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Stretching Horses vs. Voluntary Pandiculation

Even though some of the somatic exercises we do in EHS can look similar to what many bodyworkers, physiotherapists, chiropractors, vets and trainers do or recommend as 'stretches' - Voluntary Pandicul... ...more

Neurophysiology ,What is Equine Hanna Somatics? &Stretching

November 25, 20255 min read

Stretching Horses vs. Voluntary Pandiculation

Pandiculation vs. Stretching for Horses

Pandiculation is not a 'stretch' but an active process inside the nervous system of the animal... ...more

History of EHS ,Neurophysiology Hanna Somatics (human) &Stretching

April 19, 20256 min read

Pandiculation vs. Stretching for Horses

What is the Stretch Reflex (myotatic reflexes)?

Golgi Tendon Organs (GTO) & Stretch Reflexes: What are they and how do we work with them in Hanna Somatics? ...more

Neurophysiology ,Stretching

February 23, 202511 min read

What is the Stretch Reflex (myotatic reflexes)?
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