Regulation & Release of the Equine Nervous System (34 CPD)

Master the equine nervous system and learn how regulation transforms bodywork results. This certification blends neuroanatomy, functional assessment, and hands-on techniques to help practitioners release tension, improve movement, and support lasting

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Course curriculum

1. Disclaimer
2. Course Provider
3. Introduction and House Keeping
4. Homework Assignment Submissions
1. Introduction to the Equine Nervous System
2. The CNS Anatomy
3. The Spinal Cord
4. Reflexes
5. Learning Checkpoint
6. PNS,Nerves,Neurons and Sensory Receptors
7. Proprioception
8. Introduction to the ANS
9. Introduction Conclusion
10. Homework Assignnment 1 - Label Diagram
11. Anatomy Diagrams
1. Module 2 Introduction
2. CNS vs PNS
3. Spinal Cord Segments
4. Segmental Facilitation and Chronic Pain Patterns
5. Sympathetic Chain Ganglia
6. Role of Nervous System in Posture-J Movement and Protection
7. Chronic Posture Patterns
8. Key nerves relevant to Behavior-J posture and tension
9. Why treating muscles alone can fail
10. Neural tone Vs Muscle Tone
11. Nervous System Adaptability
1. Module 3 introduction
2. The ANS
3. Sympathetic and Parasympathetic Systems
4. The TCM Connection
5. Paraspinal Thermography
6. Freeze-J Flight or Fight
7. Polyvagal Concept
8. The Vagus Nerve
9. Nervous System Overload
10. Modality Influence on the Nervous System
11. Homework Assignment 2 - Case Analysis
1. Module 4 Introduction
2. Supporting the horse into a Parasympathetic State
3. Practitioner State -0 Influence on the Horse
4. Practitioner Self-Regulation Before Sessions
5. Burnout -0 Compassion Fatigue
6. Practitioner State -0 Equine Behaviour
7. Practitioner Regulation-J Exhaustion-J and Sustainability
1. Module 5 Introduction
2. How Nerves Create Protective Muscle Guarding
3. Self-Excercise - Differentiating True Restriction vs Neural Guarding
4. Fascia Holding Patterns
5. Differentiating Protective Nervous System Responses vs neurological conditions
6. Neurological Exam
7. VIDEO: Neuro Exam Example
8. Article: How Veternarians Perform Neurological Exams
1. Nervous System Conditions Introduction
2. Categories of Equine Neurological Conditions
3. Common Neurological Conditions
1. Module 7 Introduction
2. What trauma looks like in the nervous system
3. How repeated stress creates persistent sympathetic tone
4. Emotional Memory Stored in Neural Pathways
5. Hands-On - Dealing with the Trauma Response in Horses
6. VIDEO: Pendulum Technique for Guarded Areas
1. Introduction to Module 7
2. Cervical Plexus
3. Brachial Plexus
4. Lumbar Plexus
5. Sacral and Coccygeal Plexus
6. Plexus Diagram Labelled
1. Module 9 Introduction
2. What is Nerve Impingment
3. Common Sites of Nerve Impingment
4. Nerve irritation relationships
5. Recognizing and Supporting Nerve Impingement Patterns
1. Introduction to Nervous System Techniques
2. Force is not the Answer
3. The Techniques
4. Protocols
5. Regulation & Release FULL Protocols
6. VIDEO: TECHNIQUES
1. Nerve–Meridian Correlations & Acupressure Application
1. Introduction to Integration of Knowledge
2. Emotions and behaviour
3. Integrating Modalities - Myofascial work
4. Integrating Modalities - Kinesiology Taping
5. Integrating Modalities - Acupressure
6. Integrating Modalities - Red Light Therapy
7. Integrating Modalities - Craniosacral Therapy
8. Integrating Modalities - Conclusion
1. Introduction to Practical Application
2. Nervous system intake questions
3. Observation and Interpretation
4. Observational Before Touch
5. Assessment of Nervous System
6. Homework Assignment 3 - Nerous System Mapping
1. Ethics_ safety and scope
1. Field Manual - Equine Reflex Responses
2. Field Manual - Intake and Observation
3. Field Manual - Nerve Function
4. Field Manual - Nerve Impingement Palpation
5. Field Manual - Nervous System Sequence
6. Field Manual - Plexus Pattern Recognition Guide
7. Field Manual - PNS Shift Signs
8. Field Manual - Protocols
9. Hands on Nervous System Mapping
10. Nerve Impingment Checklist
11. Neuro Red Flag checklist
12. Regulation and Release Treatment Protocols
13. Practitioner Self Care worksheet
1. Wrapping it Up
2. Certification Criteria
3. Final Exam
1. CPD

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Regulation & Release of the Equine Nervous System (34 CPD)

Course curriculum

Welcome

Introduction to the Nervous System

Foundations of the Equine Nervous System

Nervous System States and Regulation

Practitioner Nervous System Connection & Influence

Tension, Trauma and Protective Patterning

Nervous System Conditions

Trauma Informed Bodywork

The Equine Plexus System

Nerve Impingment and Spinal Dynamics

Nervous System Based Techniques

Bonus: Nerve–Meridian Correlations & Acupressure Application

Integrating Knowledge Into Practice

Practical application

Ethics, Safety and Scope

Protocols And Manuals

Certification

Applied CPD

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Support the horse from the inside out.