Description
Understanding The Horses Back
Sara Wyche
First published 1998 this copy being 1999
Hardback in a dust jacket
9 1/2″ X 7″, 139 pages + index
Illustrated with line drawings and b+w photographs
This is a unique guide to understanding the horse’s back andhow it works, what can go wrong and why, how to recognize problems, and how to prevent them, making it an essential handbook for all owners and riders.
Topics covered include the basic anatomy of the horse’s back; sources and causes of problems; recognizing pain in the horse; professional diagnoses and therapies, orthodox and complementary treatments; rehabilitation and recovery; remedial exercise and training; and back-friendly riding and management.
