Equine Injury, Therapy and Rehabilitation, 3rd Edition - Softcover

Bromiley, Mary

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1405150610 ISBN 13: 9781405150613

Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell, 2007

Synopsis

Mary Bromiley&;s book remains essential reading for both professionals and the general riding community. This new edition builds on the huge success of the previous editions, first published in 1987. Fully updated to reflect recent technological advances in diagnostic ability, as well as the proven physiological effects of light, magnetic fields and electrical currents on body tissues. This information allows readers to both understand and make an informed choice of appropriate therapy following a diagnosed injury.

• The original edition was the first book on the subject and it has continued to be a bestseller.
  
• Covers a subject that is of worldwide interest.
  
• The author is recognised as a pioneer at the forefront of this type of treatment.

About this title

About the Author

Mary Bromiley is a Chartered Physiotherapist. In 1984 she built Downs House Equine Rehabilitation Centre, now located on Exmoor, a world first for the treatment and rehabilitation of both horse and rider. She has written six books, and has been published internationally in six languages. She lectures world wide and for 18 years travelled as therapist to the medal winning New Zealand 3 day event team.

&; Includes a discussion of basic equine anatomy;
&; Considers the evolutionary differences between man and horse;
&; Common equine and rider injuries are covered;
&; Explains in simple terms the horse&;s recovery processes;
&; Describes the need, and the appropriate methods used, to re-educate movement.

Edition details

• Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell
• Publication date: 2007
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1405150610
• ISBN 13: 9781405150613
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 3
• Number of pages: 238