Chiropractics for Equine and Rider with Dr Blaine Bugg
Chiropractics. Always a word that will evoke a lot of discussion when you talk about it in the equine world, especially the Equine Bodywork world. We tackled this topic last year with Dr Sarah Pedersen as well and had a phenomenal interview with her, talking about what the legalities of using this modality are and why it is so important to ensure you have a qualified, insured and certified (by a governing body) practitioner who is laying hands on your equine partners. There are two types of practitioners that are qualified under the guidelines of the veterinary association here and around the world (be sure to check your local veterinary acts to know what is allowed in your area). All under the guidance of their respective veterinary boards, Veterinarians or Doctors of Human Chiropractics, both of whom have taken specialized training and further education on top of their degrees, to work on animals. Today we are talking to one such Doctor of Chiropractics, Dr Blaine Bugg, to get his perspective on chiropractics. Dr Bugg has a unique practice here in central Alberta working on both equine athletes and equestrians. He has worked as treating chiropractor for the Calgary Flames hockey team, the University of Calgary rowing team and the Canadian Pro Rodeo Sports Medicine team, of which he is now serving as president. Have a listen as Dr Bugg talks us through the interplay between horse and rider biomechanics. For more information on Dr Bugg, check out the website: https://www.calgary.spine.ca/ or give them a call at 403.270.7001 My co-host, Tina Watkins EST, EEBW3, is the founder of InHand Equine Therapy which strives to improve the lives of horses through equine bodywork. She also has over a decade of experience teaching other bodyworkers and offers both mentorship and continuing education for professionals and owners alike. For more information about our continuing education short courses for equine professionals and owners courses, please check out https://inhandequinetherapy.podia.com Follow along with our social media sites on FB and instagram under @inhandequinetherapy. Our goal with this podcast is to continually open the conversation around equine wellness and bodywork. It is through open conversation that we can grow this industry with knowledge and understanding of our equine partners. Ever evolving along with tried and true methods of horse husbandry, it’s by learning from one another that we will elevate the care of these amazing animals and partners. So don’t be afraid to connect through social media, both Facebook and Instagram @equinebodytalks #opentheconversation