Could Daily Grooming Improve Your Horse’s Fascia and Performance?

Exploring the Benefits of Using a Rubber Curry Comb for Equine Health

Have you ever wondered if your daily grooming routine could do more than just make your horse look flash? Recently, I found myself asking this very question after noticing some surprising changes in my horses—and it all came down to a simple grooming tool: the humble rubber curry comb.

Why Focus on the Fascia?

We all know that the fascia—a network of connective tissue running throughout your horse’s body—plays a massive role in movement, comfort, and overall health. But could your choice of grooming tool make a difference to the health and suppleness of this vital tissue?

This is what fascia looks like - a bit like a spider's web

My Experience: More Than Skin Deep

After a recent bodywork session with my horses, my bodyworker and I noticed something fascinating. I’d been using a shedding tool instead of my usual rubber curry comb, and both of us could feel the difference in the horses’ fascia and muscular function. The horses didn’t seem quite as soft or free in their movement. That got me thinking—could the daily “massage” from the curry comb be the secret to their usual suppleness?

What Makes the Rubber Curry Comb Special?

Switching back to my trusty wide-toothed rubber curry comb (followed by a tiger tongue brush), I started to notice real changes. My horses’ muscles began to look fuller, and the “pointy” or “sharp” areas softened out, especially around the lumbar region and glutes—even after a tough arvo in the arena. Their bodies stayed soft and relaxed where previously they might have tightened up. It seemed as if regular grooming with the curry comb was keeping their fascia healthier and their bodies ready to perform.

Is Routine the Real Game-Changer?

This got me thinking about routine—how much regularity and timing matter in grooming. Could daily use of a rubber curry comb not only lift loose hair but also stimulate circulation, aid muscle health, and maybe even help your horse’s mindset before work?

What Are You Noticing?

Of course, this is just my observation—there’s no scientific research backing me up (yet!). But the difference in my horses is hard to ignore, and it makes me wonder what others are seeing. Do you use a curry comb or stick to other tools? Have you noticed your horse’s fascia, muscles, or attitude change with your grooming routine?

If you want to try what I’m using, you can grab my favourite wide-toothed rubber curry comb here.

Share Your Thoughts!

I’d love to hear what other Aussie horse owners, bodyworkers or trainers have discovered. Is there a noticeable difference in your horse’s body or performance depending on your grooming tools and routine? Let’s get a conversation going in the comments—maybe together, we’ll uncover the next big thing for equine wellness!

(And if you do have some research to share or know a guru who’s explored this further, shout out—this is one rabbit hole worth exploring!)