Exploring Equine Myofascial Kinetic Lines and Trunk Transitions: An Interview with Dr. Vibeke Elbrønd
Equine fascia and kinetic lines are important concepts for understanding how the horse moves and functions. Fascia is the connective...
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Here you will find a wealth of information about equine anatomy and biomechanics. We regularly publish articles full of exercises and top tips to help you improve your horse's musculoskeletal health, comfort and performance. Authors include Gillian Higgins, the Horses Inside Out team and a host of other equestrian specialists all world leaders in their field.
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Horses Inside Out
- Feb 26
- 3 min
Harmonious Horsemanship and Recognising when Horses are in Pain
Horsemanship - a term that encompasses the skills, knowledge, and understanding needed to form a harmonious relationship with a horse. It...
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Jessica Limpkin
- Dec 18, 2023
- 8 min
Essential Knowledge for Equestrians: The Intriguing Anatomy of a Horse's Head
When I first heard world renowned Equine Veterinarian and Dental Vet Specialist Dr. Chris Pearce from the Equine Dental Clinic present at...
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Jessica Limpkin
- Dec 4, 2023
- 4 min
Learn more about Equine Orthopaedics & Lameness with Dr Jessica Kidd
My first introduction to Dr Jessica Kidd was at the Horses Inside Out Conference in February 2023 where Jessica was a guest speaker and...
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Ally Lowther
- Oct 15, 2023
- 4 min
Angular Limb Deformities and Common Developmental Issues. How and when to intervene
In our last blog Dr Sue Dyson highlighted the importance of correct front feet for long term soundness in horses. In this article, we...
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Gillian Higgins
- Aug 30, 2023
- 4 min
Maintaining Mobility
As I sit here writing this article I am looking out over the North Sea in the lovely Danish town of Hirtshals on the last of my...
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Gillian Higgins
- Aug 21, 2023
- 3 min
Why a Strong Thoracic Sling is Important for Your Horse
A strong thoracic sling will improve your horse's performance, health, and well-being as well as enhancing his agility, power and...
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Horses Inside Out
- Aug 7, 2023
- 3 min
Keeping Horses on the 'Road' - Training for Health and Performance
Correct training and riding are key to keeping your horse happy, comfortable and sound. Combine this with a thorough understanding equine...
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Horses Inside Out
- Jul 10, 2023
- 3 min
Skeletal Maturity in Horses: Growth Plate Ossification and Age Considerations
PART 2 Understanding the process of skeletal maturity in horses is crucial for appropriate management, training and care. Skeletal...
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Jay Mackay
- Jun 26, 2023
- 3 min
My Day of Interactive Applied Anatomy
I have already attended three of Gillian’s 2 Day courses so was excited to add another one to my growing list. This time round it was the...
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Horses Inside Out
- Jun 19, 2023
- 5 min
Head First
A happy, comfortable horse is something all owners and trainers are striving for. Good management, feeding and training all play an...
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Horses Inside Out
- Jun 12, 2023
- 3 min
Nature 'vs' Nurture
Nature versus nurture is often talked about whether it’s considering child development or more relevant to us, in horses. Dr Andrew...
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Gillian Higgins
- May 8, 2023
- 5 min
Neck and Back Pain in Horses
All owners want their horses to be happy, healthy and sound. Recognising when your horse isn’t performing as he should is key to his...
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Ally Lowther
- Mar 30, 2023
- 4 min
The HIO Conference Review - Part 2
Following a packed first day, would the second day deliver such a wide ranging set of presentations? The resounding answer is yes it did!...
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Gillian Higgins
- Mar 6, 2023
- 7 min
The HIO Conference Review - Part One
It was a year in the making but all the blood, sweat and tears was worth it as the Horses Inside Out Conference made a welcome return....
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Ally Lowther
- Feb 13, 2023
- 3 min
Updating your Skills - Why CPD is so important
If you work in the equine world, you’ll know how rapidly things can change – thanks to new research, products and techniques the way...
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Ally Lowther
- Feb 6, 2023
- 2 min
Treating Tendon Injuries in Horses
Caring for tendons, or managing a horse with a tendon injury is probably every horse owner’s nightmare. A horse with a tendon injury used...
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Jessica Limpkin
- Jan 23, 2023
- 6 min
My Learning Journey with Gillian Higgins, Horses Inside Out
This is a blog I have been wanting to write for a while, and yet for some reason, every time I sit in front of my laptop with the...
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Gillian Higgins
- Jan 2, 2023
- 2 min
Understanding & Assessing Your Horse's Movement: Part 1 - The Biomechanics of Walk
In the first part of this series of blogs about the paces we will look at the biomechanical effects and benefits of walk and also share...
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Ally Lowther
- Oct 3, 2022
- 2 min
Riding Transitions
Transitions, transitions, transitions. Yes, your trainer is right – you can never ride too many transitions and they form the basis of...
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