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SPINALIS, AN IMPORTANT MUSCLE TO CONSIDER IN SADDLE FITTING

It’s Science Friday! Saddle-related damage is extremely common in the area at the base of the wither, because saddles that are too narrow OR too wide are likely to cause problems here. This article showcases the issues to the Spinalis; other muscles in the vicinity that can be affected include the trapezius, and possibly the thoracic portion of the rhomboid muscle. #eqsaddlescience #rideflapless #saddlescience