Tallgrass Animal Acupressure Institiute

The Post Performance Treatment

After the performance you can reward your horse and yourself with a Post Performance Treatment. The properties of the points selected for this treatment are intended to relax the body, relieve pain, and offer further strengthening.
St 2, Four Whites, is a good example of a point that helps relax muscles, tendons, and relieve pain throughout the body. St 2 is located in the depression approximately one to two inches directly below the pupil of the eye on both horse and human.


POINT	TRADITIONAL NAME	FUNCTION
St 2	Four Whites	Relaxes muscles, tendons, and the body in general. Pain relief point.
St 36	Leg Three Miles	Master Point for the abdomen and gastrointestinal tract. Use to relieve fatigue.
Bai Hui	100 Meetings	Strengthens the hindquarters.
Bl 60	Kunlun Mountain	Aspirin point. Reduces swelling and pain throughout the body. Relaxes tendons and strengthens the back.
Lu 1	Central Palace	Relieves fatigue and strengthens the lungs.
Ll 4	Joining Valley	Beneficial for relief of pain in any part of the body. Relieves neck, shoulder and foreleg pain. Master Point for face and mouth. Calming point.

By using acupressure before and after your performances you will increase your chances of achieving your goals. Besides, win or lose, both you and your horse will be happier and healthier, so give it a try.