BE AWARE
It is the responsibility of the potential Patient to educate themselves fully on the risks and rewards of any procedure they will undertake. Below is a limited list of the potential risks associated with the services we provide. In no way does it fully outline ALL the risks associated with these modalities, and we urge all potential Patients to be aware of all the potential risks prior to their treatment.

OUR GOAL
Centaur BodyWorks offers equine sports massage, stretching, flexibility exercises, saddle fitting, saddle consultations/evaluations, re-flocking, rentals and shopping, and minor repairs. We ascribe to "no pain" therapy for our clients. This means your horse will not feel pain during your sessions with us.

MASSAGE THERAPY
Massage therapy and its modalities are non-invasive soft tissue manipulations only. Centaur BodyWorks utilizes several modalities to obtain maximum benefits and performance for our clients including Swedish, Neuromuscular (also Trigger Point Therapy), Myofascial Release, Acupressure (also AcuPoint), and Sports therapies. Massage therapy involves minimal risk to soft tissues and nerves. The most common side effect from deep massage is localized bruising, swelling, or tenderness, which often resolves itself within a few days. The risks of massage therapy usually can be averted by good technique and communication with the patient. For instance, if the massage is painful, it is the responsibility of the Patient to indicate he or she is experiencing unacceptable levels of pain. Likewise, it is the responsibility of the Massage Therapist to understand the Patient's signals of discomfort. Therefore, the Massage Therapist and the Patient must be in good communication in order to give and receive healing treatment.

RESPOND LASER USE DURING EQUINE MASSAGE
Due to Florida laws and limits, as of December 2007 and as interpreted by certain law groups, invasive EQUINE ACUPUNCTURE (using filiform acupuncture needles or hypodermic needles) may only be performed by a licensed veterinarian or Board Certified Acupuncture Physician. However, Centaur BodyWorks chooses to employ the use of the Respond Laser 2400XL for all of its equine acupuncture. The risks associated with this laser are very minimal, unless it is directed at the eyes for a length of time or it is used as a bludgeoning instrument (not likely). The Respond Laser 2400XL is considered a Class IIIb laser, which is classified by the FDA as a non-significant risk device. By using the Respond Laser 2400XL, our equine acupuncture is considered non-invasive, thereby further decreasing any risks associated with treatment. Please visit www.respondsystems.com for more information about the Respond lasers.

EQUINE DISCLAIMER
Centaur BodyWorks Equine Therapy is not a licensed veterinary service and cannot be held responsible for the primary care of clients' horses. Any evaluation should not be considered a western medical diagnosis, and these services should not take the place of regular check-ups by a licensed veterinarian, vaccinations and/or de-worming. Centaur BodyWorks believes annual check-ups and routine vaccinations, dental work and de-worming by a licensed veterinarian are a necessary part of your horse's care and cannot be substituted with massage. By contracting our services, the owner/ rider/ client agrees to continue regular veterinary care, to consult with a veterinarian when recommended by our therapists, and understands the limitations and restrictions of Traditional Chinese Medicine and Massage Therapy in the United States. Under no circumstance will Centaur BodyWorks knowingly override the diagnosis or care of a licensed veterinarian.