15/07/2023
CAUTION: Graphic images some may find upsetting๐ซ
Some fascinating research showing how the whole body is connected and what a huge impact an incorrect bit / contact can have on a horses movement. A horse not using themselves correctly puts extra strain on their body and can over work and weaken precious tendons / ligaments / joints. Working together with body workers, vets, instructors and your local bit,bridle and saddle fitters will help ensure your horse is happy and comfortable whilst working ๐
Big thanks to our friends at Equideep for taking part in this research and sharing it!
How much does applied contact / bit pressure affect stride length? โฆ. This much!!!
There is a huge difference to applying contact to the reins VS the horse coming up, through and onto its own contact. Applying strong unforgiving contact can hollow the horse and inhibit the hind leg action, riders often then have to resort to excessive forward to keep the horse going.
The connection from โhyoid to hind legโ involves the sternohyoid to sternum through the diaphragm to psoas major.
To see the videos of this in action check it out on our patreon (this one is from todays live feed dissection).
https://www.patreon.com/bonesbrainsbodiesbehaviours/