Saddle pressure measurements presentation & workshop in Best

April 28, 2011

A presentation and workshop was held for the riders club in Best, focusing on topics in the topline of the horse. An equine veterinarian was invited as well as an equine osteopath, to explain the background of some topline issues like kissing spines. Further Linda presented the saddle pressure measurements and explained how training methods and the riders seat influence the back and movements of the horse. She also gave a live demonstration for the inquisitive audience. Notably the various examples of poor saddle fitting and their consequences for the horse were very enlighting.