Physical
Therapy and Massage for the Horse, 2/e
Biomechanics
- Exercise - Treatment
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Hardcover, 224 pages
234 x 156 mm page size
171 photos and drawings
ISBN: 978-1-84076-014-9
Price £28.95
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Jean-Marie
Denoix,
Professor, Ecole Nationale Vétérinaire, Alfort Jean-Pierre Pailloux,
Physiotherapist to the French national equestrian team 1986-88 and
at the Seoul Olympics
Jean-Pierre
Pailloux, Physiotherapist to the French national equestrian
team 1986-88 and at the Seoul Olympics
An
expanded and updated edition of this bestselling book. The authors,
a world leader in equine anatomy and imaging, and a horse physiotherapist
of international repute, provide a unique blend of basic biomechanics
and practical physical therapeutic techniques, to relieve pain and
improve performance, particularly in the sporting horse. The new edition
has been restructured, there is a new chapter on mobiliisation and
stretching, along with 61 new illustrations. This subtle and original
book will be of interest to all those involved in equine welfare including
veterinary practitioners, veterinary students, therapists, horse owners,
riders and trainers. |
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If you like this title you may
be interested in The Equine Distal Limb also
written by Jean-Marie Denoix
Reviews
of the first edition:
"... a landmark book. It convincingly sythesizes conventional
medical science with manipulative therapy for performance deficit in a
context of reverence for the equine athlete. If you love horses and are
concerned for their well-being get, read, and study this extraordinary
volume"
Eqqus
"An
original and most interesting book...the section on anatomy and basic
biomechanical concepts is worth buying the book for... will help a lot
of horses become more comfortable and happy in their work."
Hoof Prints
"Superbly
illustrated with drawings and photographs, and written so that what is
often considered a complicated subject becomes absorbingly fascinating...
has a great deal to offer those interested in equine welfare."
Riding Magazine
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