• Respect the owner's right to an informed and voluntary consent regarding care and treatment of their horse and obtain the informed consent of the client or client's advocate before providing treatment. • Respect the clients right to refuse, modify or terminate treatment, regardless of prior consent given. • Exercise the right to refuse to treat any horse if there is just and reasonable cause. • Recognize the contribution and expertise of colleagues in massage therapy and other disciplines as essential to excellent health care. • Respect the integrity of each person and therefore not engage in any sexual conduct or sexual activities involving their clients. Regardless of the behaviour of the client, the onus is always on the therapist not to engage in any sexual behaviour. • Avoid any interests, activities or influences which might conflict with their obligation to act in the best interests of their clients and the equine massage therapy profession. • Refuse any gifts or benefits which are intended to influence a referral, a decision or a treatment.
The Practice of Equine Massage Therapy
Duty
The duty of the Equine Massage Therapist is to deliver assessment and therapeutic treatment that will assist a horse in reaching a desired health outcome.
Purpose
The purpose of treatment is to develop, maintain, rehabilitate, or augment physical functioning, relieve or prevent physical dysfunction and pain, and to enhance the well-being of the horse.
Scope
The practice of equine massage therapy includes:
• Assessment of the soft tissues and joints of the body; • Treatment of the soft tissues and joints by means of: • soft tissue manipulations • hydrotherapy • remedial exercise programs • client self-care programs
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