Salt Therapy
..bringing well-being to your horse with the Newmarket Equine Salt Therapy System
Avalon Salt Therapy Centre
Our Salt Therapy & Rehabilitation facilities are based in Central Scotland at Avalon Equestrian Centre, offering the flexibility to bring your horse on a daily basis or book in for a short stay. At Avalon we are now proud to offer the Newmarket Equine Salt Therapy System in our dedicated therapy room, offering proven results with respiration, allergies, congestion, coughing and skin issues, and the best part is that it’s completely natural, non-invasive and drug free. The horses are treated with the utmost care and given individual attention by our qualified and experienced staff. Avalon Therapists all hold a training certificate in the Newmarket Equine Salt Therapy System.
The Benefits of Salt Therapy
The Newmarket Equine Salt Therapy System is innovative in the field of equine therapy and is the only medically certified controlled device on the market.
Cleanses from the inside giving great results on the outside. The dry salt we use also has anti-bacterial, anti-inflammatory and antifungal properties and can assist with improving a wide range of Respiratory, Sinus and Skin related issues.
The system we have allows the microscopic particles of salt to be dispersed into the air, the tiny particles are inhaled into the airways & deep into the lungs aiding mucus release & reducing inflammation within the airways allowing these to widen allowing for easier breathing. This is especially beneficial for lower & upper respiratory problems including COPD/RAO and coughing which can be caused by allergies & infection. We have found that even with a ‘pick me up’ session, stamina and endurance are increased and performance much improved.
Also during therapy the particles of salt covers the skin, (your horse will be rug free during therapy) this being the largest organ of elimination, the skin naturally absorbs the salt enabling it to assist with alleviating skin issues such as sweet itch, ringworm and general allergies reducing inflammation to any aggravated areas where rubbing and itching has taken place hence your horse will feel less stressed, less moody, calmer & new hair regrowth will occur where rub marks have been.
What Happens During Salt Therapy?
In simple terms, when your horse is in our salt therapy suite they inhale the dry salt enriched air deep into the lungs where the greatest healing can be achieved.
The inhaled dry salt loosens the mucus which begins to clear over a period of sessions (strictly maximum one session per day) and any inflammation is reduced which makes more room in the airways for the animal to breathe and with the skin being the largest organ it reduces inflammation on the skin and improves the circulation of the skin surface.
We have found that horses find their salt therapy a relaxing experience.
Salt therapy can work alongside your vet’s advice or treatments, it is a complimentary, choice therapy and it is 100% natural and drug free.
How many sessions are required?
All dependant on how deep seated the issue is with the horse and how long they have had it, the age of the horse etc. However, we always begin with an initial cleanse of 5 sessions over 5 consecutive days.
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Skin – Depending on the severity of the skin issue we recommend an initial cleanse of 5 x 20 minute sessions over 5 consecutive days, for deep set skin issues 5 -8 consecutive days and monitor the results, more sessions may be required followed by top ups throughout the year. Benefits are improved circulation within the skin, feeling of well-being inside and a glossy coat.
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Respiratory – Again, it would be the initial cleanse of 3 consecutive days and monitor the progress of the horse.
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Top ups – It would be advised to have seasonal or periodic top ups depending on condition of your horse, this will be discussed during the therapy session.
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Pick me ups – ‘A pick me up’ is designed to give your horse a bit of a boost, by allowing the salt therapy to open up the airways and cleanse their respiratory system. This is a one x 20 minute session (after completing the initial 5 x 20 minute sessions at another time) this can be carried out before or after an event or just for the well-being factor if you believe your horse ‘isn’t quite right in himself’
We never allow more than one salt therapy session in 24hrs and this should never be tried even if you think it could produce faster results.
Happy to work alongside your existing veterinary advice and accept veterinary referrals.
Salt Therapy & Rehabilitation Options
We offer day visits and short stay livery, all with salt therapy included. This is an ideal solution for horses that need specialised treatments. For 5 day or longer stays your horse will be on full livery with a specific tailored salt therapy package included.
Prices
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£50 per 20 minute Salt Therapy Session for Day Visitors
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£165 for a 3 Day stay on full livery including 1 x 20 minute Salt Therapy Session each day
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£275 for a 5 Day stay on Full Livery including 1 x 20 minute Salt Therapy Session each day, includes a complimentary 30 minute Equlibrium Massage pad session on days of your choice.
For longer stays please contact us to discuss your requirements.
To discuss further or make a booking please call 07799768285 or send us a message via our website ‘Contact Us” page or our Facebook page.
