Tip for The Lateral Wiggling Technique for Horses with Sore Back

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Why Wednesday ~ My horse has been a bit stiff in his back lately, and I have tried the Lateral Rocking technique from the Beyond Horse Massage book, but I can't get the movement through the back to his nose because he braces a little. Do you have any tips for doing this technique with him?

Answer: Many horses need a little extra time to let the motion travel from their hindquarters, through the spine, up to the neck and head. If your horse has been holding tension, has back discomfort or restriction, he might instinctively brace against the movement, especially if it’s too firm or not rhythmic enough.

Here’s a simple tweak: soften the rocking into a gentle wiggle, just like instructor Sandy Vreeburg demonstrates in this clip. Keep it subtle, smooth, and rhythmic for at least 30 seconds, giving your horse a chance to relax into it.

Tips to try:
🔹 Stand by the hip, place your rocking hand on the sacrum, and lightly hold the dock of the tail (no wagging!).
🔹 Start small side-to-side movements with your rocking hand until you find a rhythm that your horse responds to.
🔹 Bring in your helping hand to enhance the rolling motion. Imagine a wave traveling through his body. Stay relaxed and breathe!
🔹 Guide the motion toward areas that need extra attention, moving your helping hand along ribs that line up with tight spots.

If you stay light enough, long enough, as Jim usually says, your horse will often let go of more tension than you might expect!

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