Equinology® Equine Bodywork and Introduction to Saddle Fitting: Book Four in the Anatomy of Equine Bodywork: The Equinology® Approach digital series

Equinology® Equine Bodywork and Introduction to Saddle Fitting
By Debranne Pattillo, MEEBW, MSc. (h.c.), ASTR
Book Four of the acclaimed Anatomy of Equine Bodywork: The Equinology® Approach series
Release Date: January 1, 2025

A comprehensive, field-tested guide to equine wellness, hands-on therapy, and saddle fit—rooted in over 40 years of experience.

Beautifully illustrated and packed with real-world insights, high-quality photos, and QR-linked videos, this immersive ebook is your go-to resource for safe, effective, and professional equine bodywork. Whether you’re a bodyworker, trainer, veterinarian, or serious equestrian, this book will sharpen your observation, palpation, and technique skills while deepening your understanding of rehabilitation and saddle fit.

What You’ll Discover Inside:

• Before You Begin: Vital signs, contraindications, and foundational concepts for working with the equine athlete
• Anatomy & Physiology Review: Muscle function, injury response, and soft tissue recovery explained
• Riding Discipline-Specific Issues: Understand the unique stress patterns caused by various equestrian sports
• Observation Techniques: Master dynamic and static assessments to spot asymmetries and compensations
• Bodywork Techniques: Step-by-step stroke instructions and session planning—all supported with video tutorials
• Full-Body Bodywork Combinations: Region-specific guidelines for poll, shoulders, topline, croup, and hind limbs
• Rehabilitation Concepts: Progressive protocols for recovery, including EPM, stall rest, and hand-walking
• Saddle Fitting Basics: Recognize poor saddle fit and learn what makes (or breaks) comfort and performance
• Business & Self-Care: Build your practice, market your services, and take care of your own body

This fourth volume in the Anatomy of Equine Bodywork digital series builds upon the foundation laid in Atlas of Equine Musculoskeletal Anatomy (Parts One & Two) to take your understanding of equine care to the next level.

This ebook is more than a textbook—it’s a field guide, mentor, and clinic rolled into one. Every chapter reflects the insight and expertise Debranne Pattillo has shared with thousands of students worldwide through the Equinology® program.

If you're serious about improving your hands-on skills and your horse’s wellbeing, this is the essential companion you’ve been waiting for.