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Myofascial pain syndrome on the shoulder
The shoulder, together with the head, neck and front legs, form the horse’s forehand. As most of the horse’s organs are located in this front third, the horse’s centre of gravity is also located here instead of, as might be assumed, the middle of the body. If we add the weight of a rider with a saddle, this can result in the horse becoming forehand-heavy. This needs to be balanced out with proper riding and training. Muscular imbalances and problems are common in this region, which is very important for the horse’s movement, and should be treated preventatively and in a targeted manner.
Behandlung mit dem NOVAFON
Neben dem Gelenk selbst spielen vor allem die zugehörige Muskulatur und die Triggerpunkte eine Rolle. Mit dem NOVAFON kann aber die gesamte Kaumuskulatur unterstützend behandelt werden, um die muskuläre Dysbalance auszugleichen und die Bewegungseinschränkungen zu reduzieren.
Treatment with NOVAFON
With the NOVAFON the entire musculature of the shoulder area can be treated supportively. Treatment with the NOVAFON should last a total of 10 – 15 minutes and can be repeated daily. When treating the shoulder muscles, it may be useful to include the back muscles too. The intensity setting should be individually adapted to each horse, as every horse perceives the vibration very differently, especially in the head area. Always treat both sides.
Myofascial pain syndrome on the shoulder
The shoulder, together with the head, neck and front legs, form the horse’s forehand. As most of the horse’s organs are located in this front third, the horse’s centre of gravity is also located here instead of, as might be assumed, the middle of the body. If we add the weight of a rider with a saddle, this can result in the horse becoming forehand-heavy. Muscular imbalances and problems are common in this region, which is very important for the horse’s movement, and should be treated preventatively and in a targeted manner.
Step 1 — Stroking the shoulder muscles
In the first step, set the device to vibration level 2 and use the disc attachment on the marked area. You can work in either a stroking or continuous circular motion. The direction of treatment plays a subordinate role – pay more attention to whether the horse is relaxed and is allowing its muscles to relax. Depending on the condition of the coat, it is recommended that you work in the direction of the coat growth. Treat each side of the face for 2 to 3 minutes.
Step 2 — Treatment of stress points
Use the ball attachment to work directly on the trigger points. It is best to feel for the trigger points with your fingertips at the marked areas. To treat these areas, connect the ball attachment, select Level 2, and adjust the intensity accordingly. Treat the trigger points for about 1 to 2 minutes each, either by applying light pressure without moving or in small circular movements. After this, treat the next sore area.
In der Anwendung einfach und angenehm. Ich habe bisher die besonders beanspruchte Kiefermuskulatur behandelt (Zähne-Knirsch-Problematik). Sehr angenehm und entspannend! (...) Ich nutze es regelmäßig und gern! 1, 2 Anwenderin S., 15.02.2017, NOVAFON power
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»Nougat accepted DAS NOVAFON power with pleasure right from the start. He relaxed very quickly and also regularly fell asleep during the treatments, and let his bottom lip droop (...).«
Teresa H., participant in the product test in cooperation with ehorses in March 2021
»Before riding, I use the NOVAFON on Muck’s back muscles for 10-15 minutes and he gives the impression of being very relaxed. He seems to really enjoy it and lets his head drop. When riding I notice a CLEAR difference, because he starts out much more relaxed and gets going much more quickly. This means that I can start schooling more quickly.«
Linda S., participant in the product test in cooperation with ehorses in March 2021
»Vitus relaxes completely during the first few minutes. His jaw relaxes and our pony is so chilled out that he almost falls asleep. This relaxation persists even after the treatment.«
Alice A., participant in the product test in cooperation with ehorses in March 2021
»Bel has areas where she is often prone to tension, especially behind her shoulder and on the neck. After the treatment, I could immediately see that her muscles were a lot looser and also nice and warm.«
Lisa T., participant in the product test in cooperation with ehorses in March 2021
»Most horses show very clear signs of relaxation when you use the NOVAFON: they drop their head and neck, close their eyes and relax their lip muscles« ¹
Yvonne Katzenberger, Dr. Ruth Katzenberger-Schmelcher, PFERGO - 1st Academy for Equine Ergotherapy
»For arthritis, arthrosis, tendonitis and other tendon issues, especially in slightly longer-standing clinical pictures involving gelatinised or indurated synovial fluids, daily use has proven itself.« ¹ ²
Klaus Gerd Scharf, veterinarian and homeopath
»Nougat accepted the NOVAFON power with pleasure right from the start. He relaxed very quickly and also regularly fell asleep during the treatments, and let his bottom lip droop (...).«
Teresa H., participant in the product test in cooperation with ehorses in March 2021
»Before riding, I use the NOVAFON on Muck’s back muscles for 10-15 minutes and he gives the impression of being very relaxed. He seems to really enjoy it and lets his head drop. When riding I notice a CLEAR difference, because he starts out much more relaxed and gets going much more quickly. This means that I can start schooling more quickly.«
Linda S., participant in the product test in cooperation with ehorses in March 2021
»Vitus relaxes completely during the first few minutes. His jaw relaxes and our pony is so chilled out that he almost falls asleep. This relaxation persists even after the treatment.«
Alice A., participant in the product test in cooperation with ehorses in March 2021
»Bel has areas where she is often prone to tension, especially behind her shoulder and on the neck. After the treatment, I could immediately see that her muscles were a lot looser and also nice and warm.«
Lisa T., participant in the product test in cooperation with ehorses in March 2021
»Most horses show very clear signs of relaxation when you use the NOVAFON: they drop their head and neck, close their eyes and relax their lip muscles.« ¹
Yvonne Katzenberger, Dr. Ruth Katzenberger-Schmelcher, PFERGO - 1st Academy for Equine Ergotherapy
»For arthritis, arthrosis, tendonitis and other tendon issues, especially in slightly longer-standing clinical pictures involving gelatinised or indurated synovial fluids, daily use has proven itself« ¹ ²
Klaus Gerd Scharf, veterinarian and homeopath
"Eine Freundin hat mir das Novafon für meine hartnäckige Sehnenscheidenentzündung im Ellenbogen Bereich empfohlen. Ich erhalte dadurch einen enorme Schmerzlinderung, [...]." ³
"Ich setze das Gerät bei Muskelverspannung im Unterschenkel, Kniebeschwerden und bei der Achillessehne ein. Die Beschwerden haben sich in 3 Wochen halbiert. Ich werde weitermachen." ⁴
"In der Anwendung einfach und angenehm. Ich habe bisher die besonders beanspruchte Kiefermuskulatur behandelt (Zähne-Knirsch-Problematik). Sehr angenehm und entspannend! [...] Ich nutze es regelmäßig und gern!" ⁵
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