Farrier Mike Stine and trainer Mark Harris are teaming up to teach horse people to evaluate the horse's movement especially as it pertains to performance. This intro to biomechanics will provide a foundation for understanding whole horse evaluation, and how you can improve and accentuate your horse's natural movement without negatively afffecting his health or soundness.
This session focuses on how hoof conformation and mechanics affect tendon pressure, joint alignment and circulation, and create stress on the laminae. Discussion covers how trimming and shoeing strategies affect hoof anatomy, blood flow and tendon pressure. Preserved hooves are used for illustration.
Don’t miss this opportunity to see Mike Stine in person. He’s teaming up with renowned saddle fitter and equine massage therapist Ray Morris for some unforgettable clinics. Presentations will focus on the biomechanics of the horse and how those biomechanics are affected by saddle fit and correct trimming or shoeing. See for your self what massage can do to alter old movement patterns! With over 40 years of experience between them, these two professionals can help you truly understand your horse and take your horsemanship to the next level.
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Presented by Mike Stine, registered Journeyman Farrier specializing in Equine Biomechanics and whole horse evaluation, this seminar teaches people to build an exercise program to fit their horse’s individual needs. Specific exercises are detailed that can address the following types of conditions: lack of collection and impulsion, unevenness, heavy on the front-end, short striding, weak back and lack of flexibility.
This exciting seminar focuses on evaluating a horse for body and hoof balance as seen through the eyes two experienced professionals: Dr. Darcy Walraven, Chiropractic Physician and Mike Stine, registered Journeyman farrier specializing in equine biomechanics. The goal is to educate the horse owner about strategies that can improve their horse’s long term usefulness.
Anatomy and physiology of leg alignment and structure and their effects on tendon pressure and impact are covered. How body conformation and movement patterns can affect conditions such as navicular syndrome, tendon and suspensory problems. Discussion also covers trimming and shoeing strategies to relieve pressure and provide support, as well as exercise programs to strengthen and improve movement patterns.
Focuses on lower limb anatomy and teaches people how different leg anatomies alter tendon pressure and impact on joints and hooves. How to recognize problems with bone column alignment and how misalignment can cause distortions in the hoof. We also discuss the relationships between front and hind legs and its effect on long-term soundness. Preserved limbs and hooves will be used during classroom lecture to illustrate these points.
Lecture covers the primary causes of laminitis as well as the pathology of the laminitic hoof. Trimming and shoeing techniques to relieve pressure and provide support are discussed as well as suggestions for preventing laminitis such as weight control, conditioning, lifestyle choices, and safe feed storage.