Physical Therapy for Horses: An Illustrated Guide to Anatomy, Biomechanics, Massage, Stretching, and Rehabilitation: A Visual Course in Massage, Stretching, Rehabilitation, Anatomy, and Biomechanics

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Amazing book. I have had a three decades career as human bodyworker and function movement professional. For 9 years I have been chasing my horse’s asymmetries and inability to engage her hindquarters. 9 years and untold $$$$$. The author so clearly explains the functional anatomy I now have a deep understanding of the root of my mare’s problems. If only the many farriers, chiropractors and veterinarians she has seen had read this book. NO one has “seen” her the way this book makes perfectly clear. I feel empowered to help her rather than going down the road of endless injections for issues that are peripheral and secondary to the root cause of her difficulties. We need more people like Dr Kleven. They are not teaching this level of analysis in vet schools.

Well written and easy to understand. Every horse owner should have a library of such informative books as this one. Our horses need to be cared for and not all of us have copious amounts of money to call a vet for every little boo-boo. I’m very 😀 with this book. We are getting through a shoulder injury using these techniques that are in this book. It’s been a long haul but I’m seeing the light at the end of the tunnel.

Non esistono molti libri che parlano di fisioterapia per cavalli e questo lo ritengo soddisfacente anche se non è prettamente scientifico e non c'è bibliografia cosa che ritengo importantissima! Inoltre mi sarebbe piaciuto approfondire di più la parte di neuologia.Però ci sono molte immagini che aiutano a capire quello che spiega la Kleven.L'indice del libro è il seguente:1. Introduction to Physical Therapy for Horses2. The Anatomy of the Musculoskeletal System3. Biomechanics4. The Nervous System5. Observation6. Palpation7. Massage - The Art of Healing with your hands8. Mobilizing and Stretching9. Stabilization and Strengthening10. Physical Therapy11. Rehabilitation12. Preventive Measures

a great book that lives up to the hype

I bought this book as soon as it was available, and I absolutely love it. I’ve owned and worked with horses my entire life, but this book was still educational and SO well written. I think this is a must have book and I am so satisfied with my purchase. The layout of the book, the visuals, and the descriptions and explanations of everything are A+. Never stop learning, people. A truly great read.