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Re: Dudley the high-low heeled, stiff horse

Jerry D. Milam, Jr. ("jdmilam@jdmilam"@fwb.gulf.net)
Tue, 01 Apr 1997 06:03:28 -0800

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Jerry D. Milam, Jr. wrote:
>
> Laney Humphrey wrote:
> > I realize that he probably needs time to accomodate all the changes he's undergone:chiropractic, dental, new shoes, but my real question are:
> > will he always be stiff and tight since he has been that way since I've had him;
>
> Laney, of course there are many variables; age ,injuries, but my
> experience as an occupational therapist has shown me the remarkable
> flexibility of the musculoskeletal system. Very few things are permanent
> if treated early, aggressively, and with consistency.
>
> will I be able to loosen him up with stretching and work to improve his
> HQ use;
>
> Yes, he will loosen up. To what degree, will be dependent on age and
> your consistency.
>
> will his stiffness limit his success at endurance?
>
> I don't know. Out of my expertise.
>
> Good Luck!

>
> Susan & Sabian

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