Azoturia
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Also know as: "Tying Up" "Monday Morning Disease"
"Setfast"
Causes
The exact cause is still unknown but it is thought to be as a result of a build up of toxins and a lack of
electrolytes and dehydration in the muscles involved in the horse back and hind
quarters.
It usually occurs during exercise
following a rest period or if the horse is travelled for a long tiring
journey, diet is thought to play a major role.
Symptoms
The horse
will often grind to a halt and be unable to move as the muscles seize up.
The effected muscles are intensely pain full and very sensitive to the touch.
It is dangerous to move the horse, the back area must be kept warm.
Vetenary attention must be sort immediately to offer relief diagnosis and administer aftercare.
Equine Bowen Therapy and the
treatment of Azoturia
Can be used on referral to play a big part in helping to prevent further
attacks which can be common once the condition has occurred.
The therapy encourages the bodies systems to work better within
themselves so circulation is maximised to deliver the nutrients in the blood to all the bodies cells.
The Lymphatic system is stimulated to clear toxins and waste products from the cells of the body, importantly the muscles, helping them to function better.
Equine Bowen Therapy acts as a wonderful muscle release technique for the whole of the horse, helping prevent muscle damage.
