Mane Motion Sports Therapy

Mane Motion Sports Therapy I am a licensed veterinary technician and a certified equine sports massage therapist. Servicing Montana and neighboring states.

I have an equine medical background with a strong passion for equine bodywork and rehabilitation.

03/09/2026

Your horse gives you everything—heart, power, and trust. 💛 But even the strongest athletes need care that goes deeper than the surface.
Equine massage isn’t just a luxury… it’s a game changer for your horse’s health and performance. 🐎

✨ Why massage matters:
• Improves Performance – Increases circulation so muscles receive more oxygen, helping remove lactic acid and boosting stamina.
• Enhances Flexibility – Relieves muscle tension and lengthens muscle fibers, allowing for freer, more powerful movement.
• Injury Prevention & Recovery – Helps identify problem areas early, reduces inflammation, and speeds up recovery after hard work.
• Pain & Spasm Relief – Eases soreness and tight muscles before they become bigger issues.
• Mental Relaxation – Encourages deep relaxation, helping reduce anxiety and stress-related behaviors.
• Supports the Lymphatic System – Stimulates lymph flow to help clear stagnant lymph and support the body’s natural detox process.
When horses receive regular massage, their bodies stay balanced, flexible, and resilient—meaning fewer overuse injuries and a happier, more comfortable partner.
Because when your horse feels better… they move better.
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Message me to today book a session for your horse!

Mercedes Barrans, LVT CESMT

Nothing like a post massage nap on a beautiful sunny day 😍🥰
03/04/2026

Nothing like a post massage nap on a beautiful sunny day 😍🥰

It's going to be another beautiful day in Montana. A day off from the clinic but working on horses in the sun 🌞 🐎 💜Messa...
02/10/2026

It's going to be another beautiful day in Montana. A day off from the clinic but working on horses in the sun 🌞 🐎 💜

Message me to schedule your horses bodywork session! Or text me at 406-591-5118

02/07/2026

Montana is confused about winter this year! But makes for active horses and riders which is great time for bodywork. Equine massage has so many benefits for all horses to help them move and feel their best.

Bodywork can used to help maintain active competitors at their best to horses with specific problems or issues to pasture/companion horses.

Mercedes Barrans
Certified equine massage therapist since 2021
406-591-5118
Message me to schedule or with any questions!

Supervisor duties are taken very seriously here 🤣A beautiful fall afternoon at my favorite facility with my favorite equ...
11/11/2025

Supervisor duties are taken very seriously here 🤣

A beautiful fall afternoon at my favorite facility with my favorite equids! 🍁☀️🐴💜

This past Saturday, I had the honor to do a presentation/demo for the regional Pony Club seminar! It was a blast teachin...
11/10/2025

This past Saturday, I had the honor to do a presentation/demo for the regional Pony Club seminar! It was a blast teaching the young girls techniques and stretches they can do with their horses, and the benefits of equine bodywork.
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11/09/2025

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11/08/2025

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10/26/2025

❓️What horses benefit from massage and bodywork?
💬Honestly any and every horse will benefit from a massage session.

❓️When is the best time for a massage session?
💬Anytime! I recommend scheduling a day or so before any chiropractic session. Massaging the muscles helps the chiropractor adjust the skeletal frame and adjustments tend to last longer.

❓️How often should I schedule a bodywork session?
💬Each horse is different! Maintenance schedule is once a month to once every few months. Some are 1-2 a year even. Rehabilitation schedule can vary. Horses that are very sore is recommended to have 3 sessions within a 2 week time frame.

Have other questions about equine massage and bodywork? Message me today and let's chat! I love talking about horses, especially about my passion of equine bodywork!

Mercedes Barrans, LVT CESMT
Equine Bodywork and Rehabilitation

🙌Equine Massage and bodywork sessions available before the freezing weather hits!💆‍♀️ Address those soft tissues, fascia...
10/21/2025

🙌Equine Massage and bodywork sessions available before the freezing weather hits!

💆‍♀️ Address those soft tissues, fascia and muscles to release tension for a more relax horse that will perform better! Your horse is a partner that works hard for you, reward them with a bodywork session! Chiropractic sessions post massage is proven to have easier and smoother adjustments that last longer!

🐎Servicing the horses of Montana since 2021! Schooling was months of studying anatomy, biomechanics, finding the source of pain and more beyond just massage techniques.

💬Message me today with any questions or to schedule!

Mercedes Barrans, LVT CESMT
406-591-5118

I am so blessed to be as busy as I have been lately! I looooove what I do and helping horses feel their best! This week ...
10/03/2025

I am so blessed to be as busy as I have been lately! I looooove what I do and helping horses feel their best!

This week I have the honor to work on 3 horses 3 different times for the same owner to really address their soft tissue. These horses work hard for their little people and deserve the best treatment I can give! When a horse receives 3 massages within a 10 day span, the muscles and soft tissues is really targeted to address any pain. The myofascia and muscles are such a beautiful but intricate systems.

Message me today with any questions or to book your horses next bodywork session!!

Mercedes Barrans, LVT CESMT
406-591-5118

09/07/2025

💪Equine Massage and Bodywork!

🙌Servicing the Yellowstone County and surrounding areas since 2021!

📖 Schooling including months of studying on anatomy, rider and horse biomechanics, saddle fitting, rehabilitation, the root causes of issues and many more! Then followed by the hands on training. Adding more certifications since and always looking for more skills to add to my tool box and knowledge.

🐎 Licensed veterinary technician since 2018 with experience working in the field along veterinarians and in an ICU barn. I love teaching owners first aid and emergency response and preparation!

❤️‍🩹Benefits of massage and bodywork is for every horse! Increase circulation, relaxtion, flexibility and muscle elasticity plus more!

💬Message me today with any questions or to schedule your horse massage session!

Mercedes Barrans, LVT CESMT
406-591-5118

Equine massage and bodywork
Rehabilitation
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Billings, MT

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+14065915118

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