Releasing Tension in Your Horse's Stifle

Описание: Why Wednesday ~ My horse injured one of his groin muscles a couple of months ago, and now he drags his hind leg a little when he trots. Can tension in the groin muscles affect his stifles?

Answer: If your horse has had a groin injury, he may still carry tension in that area, even if he’s been cleared to go back to work. When the groin muscles are tight, they can limit how freely the stifles move. Tightness here can lead to a shortened stride behind, reduced range of motion, or discomfort when your horse brings his stifles outward.

That’s why the Stifle Point is so important. This is one of the Hind End Points in the Masterson Method® that helps release tension not only in the stifle joint itself but also in the muscles that pull on the stifle, including deeper muscles in the hind end and the groin.

In this video, Jim shows you exactly where to find the Stifle Point — it’s a soft spot on the inside of the upper leg — and how to work it with a light touch. Go slow, use air-gap pressure until your horse blinks, and stay until you get a release. Always keep an eye on your horse’s ears: some horses are very sensitive here, so if the ears go back, pause and come back to it later.

💡 Tip: Make sure you’ve worked the other Hind End Points first so your horse is more comfortable with you working in this area.

Releasing tension here can improve your horse’s comfort, range of motion, and overall hind-end balance. If you’d like to learn these techniques hands-on, join one of our Weekend Seminars and discover how the Masterson Method® can help your horse move and feel better.

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