Massage Therapy

Our Massage Therapy sessions are designed to relax your equine athlete. We use integrative techniques that improve circulation, aid in relieving stuck fascia and reduce muscle tension. This helps your horse perform at their peak level.

Each session is tailored to you and your horseʼs unique needs. Whether it’s specifically for a competition or for regular care, our expert knowledge allows us to pinpoint problem areas and find custom solutions. We focus on enhancing mobility and boosting overall athleticism. Your horse deserves to be the best it can be!

Every horse is different. Because of that, we work at a pace that suits them, building trust and comfort first. This is necessary to ensure we get the most out of each session. Happy horses tend to be more willing to work and let go of more stuck tension. We’re here to make that happen for your athlete!

In the days following each session, you should notice your horse moving with greater ease and confidence. Routine massage therapy not only helps in recovery but can also help prevent injuries. Let us help your horse reach their full potential on the track or in the arena!

Join our growing family of happy horse owners who trust us with their equine athletes. Schedule your session today and see the difference our Massage Therapy can make. Your horseʼs best performance is just a session away!

Biomechanics Taping

This new – to the equine world – modality utilizes a more rigid style of tape that stretches in all directions, unlike kinesiology tape. This tape works with the natural structure of the body. It works in such a way to facilitate proper healing of muscles, ligaments, tendons and bones in the body.

For example, a foal born with scoliosis would require a biomechanics taping method that facilitates straightening out the spine, while supporting other structures in the body. This would be done during growth spurts, to obtain the greatest change with the greatest lasting effect.

This modality does not have a set guideline of taping techniques. Each horse is different, and may require a different plan. Your horse may have a fracture of the shoulder blade that caused a rotation of the front leg, which has hindered her gait and everyday life. This may require a more intense plan than a horse with club foot.

Biomechanics taping is a total game changer in the world of injury rehabilitation, genetic deformity correction, training or physical therapy, supporting structures and more. I am currently undergoing a 12-18 month course by Rebecca Haddock with Equi-Tape that teaches me this modality. It is the only course like it in the world, and is submitted to NBCAAM, RACE, IAAMB, and AVCA for approval and 30 credit hours!

Through this education, I will be taking on 10 case studies that require this taping modality from start to finish. My job will be to fully rehabilitate the horses in my care. If you have a horse with an injury, deformity, lameness issue, or more, please click below and contact me. Be sure to include “Case Study Inquiry” in the comments section. Thank you!

Kinesiology Taping

Kinesiology Taping, or KT Tape, for horses is just like that of humans. Tape safe for the skin is applied in specific ways with varying tension and directions in order to best serve the problem areas of muscle within the horse. KT Tape varies in how long it is left on, generally ranging from 3 to 5 days.

KT Tape, focuses on stabilizing and supporting muscles during movement and decreasing tension over time. Additionally, it improves circulation and movement of lymph throughout the body.

KT Tape aids to reduce pain, inflammation and stuck fascia while improving the function of structures surrounding muscles. Overall, the result is better, faster healing and improved movement.

Are you interested in specialized taping for your horse? Click the button below for a consultation!

Moxa and Acupressure

Moxa is a go-to solution for enhancing your horseʼs well-being. Made from Chinese Mugwort, these sticks provide gentle, warming heat once lit. Scientifically proven, they stimulate blood flow and ease tension in muscles, promoting relaxation and healing. Moxa is perfect for post-exercise care or soothing sore spots.

I like to use Moxa as an introduction to horses that seem a little apprehensive or anxious at first. Asking a horse to trust a stranger with their body can be overwhelming, and in my experience, Moxa can help relieve that initial anxiety.

Acupressure is not to be mistaken for acupuncture. The two are different, but have similar principles. Acupressure focuses on significant locations throughout the body and promotes healing through the use of pressure. Acupuncture targets these same areas, but uses needles and requires a veterinarian.

Some of my favorite acupressure points throughout the body improve mental focus or clarity, immune function, pain relief, and circulatory function. Acupressure is something that can greatly benefit a horse that cannot tolerate much from massage at that given time. Learn more by clicking the button below!

Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD)

MLD is a gentle massage technique utilized to help relieve swelling in the body (primarily the legs) by promoting the circulation of the lymphatic system. This works by opening up lymph nodes in specific locations within the body and “pushing” the fluid from swollen areas to these nodes. These nodes then carry the lymph throughout the body and can ultimately reduce the swelling.

I have used this method on a mare (pictured here) with acute swelling in the left hock resulting from fighting with pasture mates. The veterinarian ruled out bone injury via x-rays, and recommended soft tissue support and reducing the swelling. MLD cleared the swelling completely within 2 days after one single session. It is a powerful, yet gentle, tool that can facilitate faster recovery time.

MLD is not recommended for horses that are fighting an infection, as the use of this method can prevent white blood cells from clustering around bacteria or viruses and ridding them of the body. Additionally, ruling out severe injury from a veterinarian first is vital to responsibly utilizing MLD as a helpful method of swelling reduction.

Need a Chiropractor?

“‘Doc Rylan’- Rylan C. Holub, DC -is a human and animal chiropractor. He is licensed for humans by the Texas Board of Chiropractic Examiners and certified for animals by the American Veterinary Chiropractic Association (AVCA). He works in conjunction with your current veterinarian to increase the quality and duration of your animal’s life. ​Elite Animal Chiropractic is based in Tomball, Texas and has been proudly treating animals of the Central/South Texas area since 2023. ​In 2024, Doc Rylan had the privilege of acquiring Texas Animal Wellness Center, a significant step in continuing the legacy established by “DocJackie”. This new chapter aims to build upon the strong foundation laid by ‘Doc Jackie’ and enhance the quality of chiropractic services provided to the community.”

“Our mission at Elite Animal Chiropractic is to optimize performance goals, foster greater synergy between animals and their companions, and elevate overall quality of life. Through our holistic approach and specialized therapies, we create balance within the body, ensuring proper spinal movement to enable peak performance and function. We take pride in delivering a superior chiropractic experience, demonstrating a steadfast commitment to the health and wellness of both you and your beloved four-legged family members.”

Need a Veterinarian?

“Lori is a graduate of Virginia Tech with a degree in Animal Science. She continued her education at Louisiana State University with a Master’s degree in Animal Science focusing on Equine Reproductive Physiology and Endocrinology. She completed her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine at Louisiana State University in 2001. Lori then moved to the Houston area to begin her career as an equine practitioner.

After three years in the field she opened her practice, All About Equine Veterinary Services, PC. She has worked both ambulatory and at a clinic in Waller, Texas since then except for two years when she did racetrack work in Louisiana. Lori is passionate about providing her patients with the best veterinary care possible. Knowing this, Candace Hoke introduced Lori to Young Living Essential Oils in 2006. Lori quickly began to incorporate them into her practice and into her lifestyle. After much success bringing the oils into her practice, many of her clients have incorporated the Young Living products into their personal lifestyles as well.”