With a good percentage of horse owners living in country towns having the benefits of different therapists for our horses is sadly lacking, and as such we have seen a huge rise in self help programmes along the alternative lines and a influx of ‘alternative therapists’ some who are very talented in their expertises and others that leave you wondering if that 60 dollars could have been put to better use.

For a long time here we have been looking for a therapy that we could use to assist in our horses well-being and also something that could be used in-between our equine vets chiro or acupuncture treatments when needed or those times that one may feel that their horse just isn’t up to par with niggle pain or tight muscles. Of course whatever therapy could be offered had to be easy to administer, this torch is amazingly simple, just so easy to use and you do not need to have an expert knowledge of acu-points or of anatomy.

One other factor weighed in on using this Torch and that was it is safe to use on us! The kit comes with a very complete ‘guide’ book for humans as well as the horses guide, which is an added bonus…!

What is Photonic stimulation ?
Photonic stimulation  is a natural therapy promoting the body’s own immune responses, it’s own methods of controlling pain and it’s own healing abilities. The use of monochromatic red light from super luminous diodes [not a laser], stimulate electro sensitive spots on the skin including those usually called acupuncture points. This safe, non-invasive, painless, beam of light of a designated wavelength to activates or produces particular physiological results based on applied neurophysiological principles.

For those that like scientific verifications well the effects of light on tissue has been studied for more than 40 years by NASAS and the medical community, in 1991 Dr Brian McLaren and Rod Torkington extensively researched and developed Photonic stimulation , with further research by Jan Couper, the user friendly Red Light Healing Guide & Photonic Torch Pack was born.

What the Photonic Torch could assist

  • The relief from acute and chronic pain

  • The stimulation of the immune system

  • Anti-inflammatory effects

  • Improved metabolism

  • Increased blood supply

  • The generation of new tissue and cells

  • Accelerated wound healing

  • Elevated endorphin levels

  • Emotional well-being

How Does Photonic stimulation  Work?

Photonic Light supplies energy to the body in the form of non-thermal photons of light. These light waves penetrate deeply under the skin creating an analgesic effect, an antiinflammatory effect and an increase in circulation which in turn increases the supply of oxygen to the blood.  These effects directly facilitate healing and pain relief. The light penetrates the surface of the skin without heating it and without side effects; instead the light stimulates body cells, which convert into chemical energy thus promoting natural healing and pain relief.

 

Using the torch

The torch is applied for approximately 6 -15 seconds per point to certain areas of the body.  Some of the areas are known acupoints that can relieve symptoms or various aliments and, because the light diffuses, you do not need to apply the torch with absolute precision.   Therefore, even if you don't know what the specific acupoints are, just "chase the pain" and you will have successfully applied the technology. However the Torch does with come with a guide, showing acu-points and with other relevant information.

What may happen when treating your horse
A whole range of effects may appear when treating your horse, i.e. becoming sleepy …which I refer more to been in a state of pure bliss as they totally relax, one gelding took great delight in passing wind, some may draw up their flanks, raise their tail and dropping of the head, some horses show a few of these things or just one, it just depends on the horse. Normally if you have picked up a tenderness or overly tightness in a spot after treating with the Photonic Torch when you go back over these spots there should be a noticeable reduction in the reaction, within 48 hours or after the second treatment, there should be a marked improvement even if the horse is not completely better.

 

  • The circled areas are where problems commonly occur.

  • Checking of these areas by probing or using a gentle massage-finger tips or palm of hand. Treatment of any noticeable problems promptly with the Photonic Torch will prevent stress points from developing and the eventual trigger points from forming.

  • Work along the muscles in the areas, this routine complements the regular use of the well Being Tonic for general well being.

  • However, unlike the well Being Tonic, its is not necessary to include in the treatment of specific conditions.

 

'Equine Pack - Red Light Healing'  , is now available: Australian distributor Carola Adolf 03 5678 2286 visit website click here
 

Please note that the use of this Photonic Torch is not intended to replace competent professional advice and diagnosis. Any problem your horse may have must first assessed by a qualified vet and we strongly recommends that one follows their treatment protocol, you can also work in-between your vets visits with this easy to use Light Therapy as long as you discuss your plan of treatment with the vet and have their acknowledgement of including it within the treatment protocol.

©2005 copyright Aust Eques – photos Sandy Morphett