GUIDANCE AND POSTURE AID REINS FOR HORSES

Description

[0001] The invention relates to a dressage and posture reins for horses intended to act on the horse's attitude, in particular on the orientation and level of the neck and the head / neck closure angle, to improve its posture and movement during dressage and to promote the rider's carriage. Prior art

[0002] Reins are already in use and known.

[0003] In particular, the so-called "WAUTERS" leather reins are known, comprising a strap to be fixed at one of its ends to the strap under the belly and bridles resting respectively on the horse's nose and neck and connected to the other end of the strap. Such reins have only a mechanical action and can exert, by the wide support of the leather on the horse's head, an inverse resistance reaction of the horse and, as a result, an over-contraction of the extensor muscles of the spine, in particular the cervical spine. The strap on the nose generates a limitation of the opening of the angle of the head in relation to the neck when the head is lowered.

[0004] Patent application FR2709301A1 describes a rein called "RAFFIT" comprising a leather harness which is attached to the horse's chest and long straps passing through the rings at the head then leaving laterally at the neck to take over at the front part of the latter and attach on each side to the surcingle. The straps are adjusted so as to force the horse by pressing on its esophagus and trachea to lower the neck by avoidance with flexion of the cervicals. Such a rein creates mechanical stresses on the trachea and esophagus of the horse, in an intense and disproportionate manner, particularly when the latter has an untimely reaction.

[0005] The so-called "GONIN" reins, for its part, consists of a halter with a wide leather element which rests opposite the 2nd cervical vertebra and a system of ropes which is attached to the girth under the horse's belly at one of its ends and to the edges of the girth by passing through loops at the level of the chamfer and the wide leather element. By this construction, the ropes exert an action on the chamfer which does not allow complete freedom of movement of the head towards the front.

[0006] US 2013 / 160409 A1 discloses a dressage and posture reins.

[0007] All these reins generate mechanical constraints on the horse's head or neck which cause a counter reaction in force from the horse, which can generate discomfort for the latter, in particular due to the stress generated on the cervical and / or thoracic vertebrae and organs such as the esophagus and trachea which are essential to physiology.

[0008] There is therefore a need for an improved reins allowing the horse to have a posture with the head lowered to make the horse work while respecting its physiology. Statement of the invention

[0009] A training aid according to the claimed invention is defined in claim 1. Dependent claims 2 to 11 define particular embodiments of the training aid according to the claimed invention. A method of training a horse according to the claimed invention is defined in claim 12. Dependent claims 13 to 15 define particular embodiments of the method according to the claimed invention. The invention meets this need with the aid of a dressage and posture training aid comprising: a headpiece comprising a frontal part and a retro-occipital part connected to each other, and at least a first support member mounted on the frontal part of the headpiece so as to come into contact with the fronto-parieto-temporal region of the horse, at least a second support member mounted on the retro-occipital part so as to come into contact with the occipito-cervical region of the horse, at least the second support member being configured to come into localized support on a predetermined zone of the retro-occipital region and generate a muscular reflex action, in particular on extensor muscles of the first cervical vertebrae.

[0010] The frontal and retro-occipital parts of the headpiece allow the reins to be held on the horse's head around the ears.

[0011] The localized support on the occipito-cervical region generates a reflex action on the muscles, in particular the extensors of the first cervical vertebrae, promoting the descent of the neck to avoid support and promoting the opening of the angle of the head in relation to the neck. This descent will create an opening of the vertebral spinae and therefore a vertebral arch, facilitating the carrying of the rider and limiting the pathology known as "conflict of the spinous processes."

[0012] Localized support on the fronto-parieto-temporal region prevents excessive pressure on this region and limits the shearing effect that the frontal part of the headpiece could generate on this region. It can also generate an avoidance reflex in the horse.

[0013] The positioning of the head downwards by the reflex action generated by the second support organs makes it possible to limit the force constraints on the horse's head.

[0014] Such a rein helps facilitate thoracolumbar stretching.

[0015] Preferably, such a reins is devoid of any organ having an action on the mouth, in particular it is devoid of a bit.

[0016] Preferably, the first support member is configured to come into localized support on a predetermined area of the fronto-parieto-temporal region and generate a reflex avoidance action of the horse.

[0017] Preferably, the reins comprise a headpiece tension system at least partially downwards connected to the headpiece on one side and configured to be connected to an element on the horse located below the neck on the other side, in particular on either side or between the forelimbs, in particular to a ventral strap.

[0018] The headpiece tension system allows the headpiece to have a mechanical action of limiting the high point of the horse's neck. This ensures that the neck descends at least below a high point. Headrest

[0019] Preferably, the reins do not have any constraining members between the horse's nose and the headstall, in particular no strap on the muzzle or connecting members at the jaw. Preferably, the reins do not have any element on the head except for the headstall.

[0020] The fact that only the headstall is present on the head means that the front of the head is not hindered in its movement. The horse can then freely move the tip of its nose forward.

[0021] This freedom of the head in connection with the maintenance of the headrest and the localized support of the second support organ for the retro-occipital part will limit the tensions on the supraspinous ligament by allowing the extension of the first cervicals, which facilitates the mobility of the lumbar region in the movement and limits the sagging of the last cervicals and the first thoracic vertebrae.

[0022] It is then possible to make the horse work on its attitude while allowing it to maintain a physiological posture.

[0023] Preferably, the retro-occipital portion of the headrest is configured to be positioned behind the ears in the area from the occipital to the second cervical, otherwise called the "axis" or C2, and preferably on the first cervical, otherwise called the "atlas" or C1.

[0024] Preferably, the front portion of the headstall is configured to sit in front of the ears on the horse's frontal, parietal, and temporal bones.

[0025] Preferably, the frontal part and the retro-occipital part of the headpiece are each formed at least partially from a rope with a diameter of between 2 mm and 15 mm, better still between 4 mm and 12 mm, even better still between 5 mm and 7 mm or from a strap with a width of between 2 mm and 10 cm, better still between 4 mm and 6 cm, even better still between 1 cm and 3 cm. Such dimensions make it possible to limit injuries by shearing in the event of untimely movements and avoid having support over too great a width, which limits the risk of an effect of reverse muscular contraction in resistance of the horse.

[0026] Preferably, the frontal part and the retro-occipital part of the headpiece are made of rope and not leather.

[0027] The frontal part and the retro-occipital part of the headpiece are connected to each other by connecting parts which can have any shape, in particular by a knot or a connecting loop, configured to come laterally on either side of the ears.

[0028] Preferably, the front part of the headpiece, the retro-occipital part of the headpiece and / or the connecting parts may comprise at least one protective sheath at least partially covering the rope. The protective sheath may be made of foam, leather, fleece, neoprene, rubber, Kevlar, nylon, leather, braided or non-braided reinforced synthetic fibers or plastic, in particular heat-shrinkable plastic. This makes it possible in particular to improve the comfort of the horse and / or to increase the rigidity of the rope in these areas. Supporting body

[0029] Preferably, the reins comprise several first support members and several second support members which are separate from each other, in particular two first and two second support members which are separate.

[0030] Preferably, the first and second support members are configured so that the supports are point-shaped.

[0031] The first and second support members may each be point reliefs on the front and retro-occipital part of the headrest, in particular one or more knots of a rope or strap forming the front and retro-occipital part of the headrest or one or more relief elements, such as balls, attached to the front and retro-occipital parts of the headrest.

[0032] Preferably, the first and second support members have a largest transverse dimension of between 2 cm and 7 cm, better still between 2 and 4 cm.

[0033] In the case of several first support members, in particular two first support members, they may be spaced apart on the front part of the headrest by a distance of between 2 cm and 16 cm, better still between 2 and 14 cm, better still between 4 and 13 cm, preferably between 4 and 8 cm, the distance being measured between the facing edges of the first support members.

[0034] In the case of several first support members, in particular two first support members, they may be spaced apart on the front part from the middle of the front part of the headrest by a distance of between 2 and 16 cm, preferably between 4 and 13 cm, the distance being measured between the edge of the first support members closest to the middle and the middle.

[0035] In the case of several second support members, in particular two second support members, they may be spaced on the retro-occipital part of the headrest by a distance of between 1 cm and 18 cm, better still between 2 cm and 15 cm, even better still between 4 cm and 9 cm, the distance being measured between the edges opposite the second support members. This makes it possible in particular to limit the tension on the nuchal ligament.

[0036] The first and second support members may be fixedly mounted on the front and retro-occipital parts of the headpiece. Alternatively, the first and second support members are in adjustable positions on the front and retro-occipital parts of the headpiece to adapt to the morphology of the horse. In the case of added elements, in particular balls, the latter may be fixed by knots in the rope or strap forming the front and retro-occipital parts of the headpiece.

[0037] Preferably, the first and second support members are positioned in a fixed manner, whether or not they have been previously adjusted, during use of the reins. This is to prevent the support points from moving.

[0038] The reins may further comprise at least two lateral support members mounted on the headpiece, in particular the front part so as to extend laterally on either side of the horse's head in contact with the temporal region of the horse, in particular opposite the temporal bone of the horse. Such lateral support members make it possible to limit the pressure of the headpiece on the head, in particular at the level of the ears. This improves the comfort of the horse and reduces the risks of counter-reaction from the latter. The lateral support members may be as described previously for the first support member(s) and / or the second support member(s).

[0039] The lateral support members may be spaced from the connection between the frontal part and the retro-occipital part of the headrest by a distance less than or equal to 10 cm, better between 1 and 6 cm, the distance being measured between the edge closest to the connection and the center of the connection. Tension system

[0040] Preferably, the tension system is connected to the headrest on either side of the head, in particular at the connecting parts of the frontal part with the retro-occipital part. The tension system may be attached to the headrest by removable or fixed fasteners, in particular at the connecting parts of the frontal part with the retro-occipital part, or be formed by lateral extensions of the headrest, in particular of the rope or strap forming the frontal part or the retro-occipital part of the headrest.

[0041] The tension system can be fixed or removable from the headrest.

[0042] Preferably, the tensioning system comprises at least one removable attachment member to the element on the horse located below the neck, in particular to the ventral strap.

[0043] Alternatively, the tensioning system comprises a strap or a rope, a removable attachment member at its end and at least one attachment position of the removable attachment member on the rope or strap so that the user can pass the tensioning system through a loop formed by or on the element on the horse located below the neck, in particular between the belly and the ventral strap, and attach the removable attachment member to the attachment point. The tensioning system may comprise a plurality of attachment positions.

[0044] The tensioning system may comprise a system for adjusting its length. Such an adjustment system may be a belt-type system or may be formed of a plurality of attachment positions on the tensioning system of the removable fastening member. Preferably, the tensioning system has a maximum useful length of between 50 and 170 cm, better still between 110 and 155 cm and even better still between 120 and 145 cm. Preferably, the tensioning system has a minimum useful length of between 20 and 120 cm, better still between 30 and 90 cm and even better still between 40 and 80 cm, preferably between 60 and 80 cm.

[0045] The adjustment system may comprise holes or attachment positions spaced between them by a distance of between 2 and 15 cm, preferably between 5 and 12 cm. The adjustment system may have a maximum length of between 30 and 120 cm, preferably between 60 and 110 cm. The adjustment system may have a minimum length of between 5 and 50 cm, preferably between 5 and 20 cm. The holes or attachment positions may be spaced between them by a distance of between 5 and 20 cm, preferably between 5 and 15 cm.

[0046] The tensioning system may comprise two parts, each connected to the headpiece on one side of the horse's head at one of their ends and connected to each other at their other end, in particular by a junction to the adjustment system.

[0047] Preferably, the tension system is flexible and adjustable. This allows free movement of the head below the high point defined by the length of the adjustable tension system.

[0048] Alternatively, the tension system is rigid. This can help prevent insufficient stimulation of the supporting organs and contraction of the back muscles.

[0049] Preferably, the adjustment system and the part of the tension system between the adjustment system and the headrest are not made of an elastic material. They may be made of rope, leather or any other suitable material.

[0050] Alternatively or additionally, the tensioning system may comprise at least one elastic portion.

[0051] The tensioning system may include an elastic part in parallel with the adjustment system on the tensioning system to which the fastening member can be attached alternatively. This allows, as desired, through the elongation capacity, to minimize inappropriate reactions of the horse. This may be more suitable for mounted work and warming up the horse. This elongation capacity may remain low so as not to limit the effect of the support members.

[0052] Alternatively or additionally, the tensioning system may comprise an elastic or non-elastic portion extending along the length of the tensioning system, in particular in the continuity of the adjustment system. Said elastic portion may connect two nodes of the adjustment system by bringing them closer together when not in tension with the elastic portion. Thus, the connection between the headpiece and the element on the horse located below the neck has an elongation capacity allowing the release of length under tension, which limits the horse's force counter reaction and allows better respect for the horse's physiology. In addition, such an elastic portion may facilitate the removal of the reins from the horse by providing useful play for unhooking the reins from its lower attachment zone. Preferably, the tensioning system with the elastic portion has an elongation capacity of a maximum length of between 2 and 10 cm, better still between 4 and 6 cm.

[0053] The tensioning system may comprise a safety system configured to detach the tensioning system or release the tension generated by the tensioning system when a tension greater than a predetermined tension is applied to it. The safety system may be a safety ring, in particular a broken ring, whose breaking strength is substantially equal to the predetermined force. The safety system may be integrated on the removable fastening member, in the adjustment system or be arranged elsewhere on the tensioning system, in particular at the junction of the tensioning system with the connecting part of the headrest or between the connecting part of the headrest and the adjustment system. The predetermined force may correspond to a load of between 15 kg and 130 kg, preferably 35 kg and 90 kg.Such a safety system allows, in the event of an untimely reaction from the horse, the release of the tensioning system, facilitating mounted work and limiting the risk of injury to the horse linked to the tensioning system. Hanging system

[0054] The reins may include one or more attachment systems, in particular arranged on the retro-occipital part of the headstall, to attach the headstall to a fixed element on the horse, in particular to the bridle, halter or the horse's mane. The attachment system(s) may be fixed or removable. They allow attachment to the horse, which limits, or even prevents, the risk of the headstall being removed by an untimely movement of the horse. This also allows the support members to be held in position despite the movements of the horse's head, in particular the lowering of the horse's head.

[0055] This or these hanging systems can be made of self-adhesive Velcro, rope, leather or any other material.

[0056] Preferably, they are fixed between the two second support members. Alternatively, they are placed laterally on either side of the second support member(s). Preferably, the part of the junction zone on the headrest between the headrest, in particular the retro-occipital part, and the attachment system(s) comprises a protective sheath, in particular a plastic sheath.

[0057] This or these hanging systems may have a width of between 0.5 cm and 6 cm, preferably between 1 cm and 5 cm, preferably between 2 cm and 4 cm. This or these hanging systems may have a length of between 3 and 17 cm, preferably between 6 and 14 cm.

[0058] The invention also relates to a method of training the horse using the reins according to any one of claims 1-11 comprising the positioning of the headpiece on the horse's head by positioning the first and second support members on the corresponding zone, in particular on a zone on which they generate a reflex avoidance action, in particular on extensor muscles of the first cervical vertebrae for the second support members.

[0059] The method may include adjusting the position of the support member(s) according to the horse's morphology.

[0060] The method may include attaching the tensioning system to the element on the horse located below the neck.

[0061] The method may include adjusting the length of the tension system according to the horse's morphology.

[0062] The method may include attaching the attachment member to an elastic portion of the tensioning system parallel to the adjustment system.

[0063] Alternatively or additionally, the method may include the possibility of lengthening the tensioning system by an elastic part of the tensioning system, in particular in the continuity of the adjustment system. Brief description of the drawings

[0064] [ Fig 1A ] schematically represents an example of a reins according to the invention, [ Fig 1B ] schematically represents an example of a reins according to the invention, [ Fig 2 ] schematically represents an example of mounting on a horse the reins according to the invention in profile view, [ Fig 3 ] schematically represents an example of mounting on a horse the reins according to the invention in front view, [ Fig 4 ] schematically represents an example of mounting on a horse the reins according to the invention in back view, [ Fig 5 ] represents an example of mounting on a horse the reins according to the invention in training, [ Fig 6 ] represents the detail of the headpiece of the reins according to the invention [ Fig 7 ] schematically represents a variant of the reins according to the invention. Detailed description

[0065] It has been illustrated on the figures 1 to 6, a reins comprising a headpiece 10, first and second support members 2 mounted on the headpiece 10 and, in the illustrated case, a tensioning system 20 of the headpiece connecting the headpiece 10 to a strap 9 at the level of the horse's belly between the forelimbs. The headpiece comprises a frontal part 1 configured to be positioned in front of the ears on the frontal, temporal and / or parietal area and a retro-occipital part 3 configured to be positioned behind the ears and the occiput in the occipital area at the second cervical, otherwise called the "axis" or C2, and preferably on the first cervical, otherwise called the "atlas" or C1. The parts of the headpiece 1 and 3 are preferably each made of a rope with a diameter of between 5 mm and 12 mm or a strap with a width of between 1 cm and 3 cm.The two parts of the headpiece 1 and 3 are connected to each other on either side of the horse's ears by connecting parts 4, in particular in the form of a connecting knot or loop. The first support members 2, preferably 2 in number, are mounted on the frontal part 1. The second support members 2, preferably 2 in number, are mounted on the retro-occipital part 3 of the headpiece so as to generate a reflex avoidance reaction by their localized contact with precise predetermined zones, in particular on extensor muscles of the first cervical vertebrae. The first and second support members 2 are preferably in the form of balls attached to the corresponding part of the headpiece 1 or 3 and fixed in position by knots on the corresponding part of the headpiece 1 or 3 or by any other means.Alternatively, they could be in the form of a knot in the rope or strap of the corresponding headrest part 1 or 3 or in the form of any relief on the corresponding headrest part 1 or 3 allowing for punctiform support on the predetermined localized areas. They may have a larger transverse dimension of between 2 and 4 cm.

[0066] The first and second support members can be of adjustable position according to the morphology of the horse to be equipped, in particular by moving the knots or the elements for locking the balls in position.

[0067] When there are two of them, the first and second support members may be spaced at least 2 cm apart.

[0068] The tensioning system 20 comprises two ropes or straps for connecting to the headpiece, which can be attached to the connecting parts 4 of the headpiece or be a continuation of the rope or strap of one of the two parts 1 and 3 of the headpiece, connecting to each other by a junction 5 at mid-neck, in particular in front of the 3rd to 5th cervical vertebrae. The tensioning system 20 also comprises a system 25 for adjusting the length of the tensioning system 20 extending between the junction 5 and a fixing member 8 configured to be fixed to a lower element of the horse, in particular a ventral strap 9 of a saddle or a surcingle, passing between the horse's forelimbs. The adjustment system can comprise a plurality of attachment knots 27 spaced apart by a distance of between 5 and 10 cm, better still between 2 and 6 cm.The adjustment system 25 may comprise a member 8 for attachment to the lower element which can be positioned on any of the attachment nodes 27 according to the desired length of the tension system according to the desired action at the headrest.

[0069] Preferably, the adjustment system is made of a substantially non-elastic material, in particular in the form of a cord or strap.

[0070] The tension system 20 may comprise an elastic part 6 in parallel with the adjustment system 25 which can be attached to the junction and to each attachment node 27. It is then possible to attach the attachment member 8 to the elastic part to take advantage of the elongation capacity and minimize inappropriate reactions of the horse, in particular when it is mounted or during warm-up and first use.

[0071] The ropes or straps forming the parts of the headpiece 1 and 3 and / or of the tensioning system 20 may be bare or at least partially covered by one or more sheaths, in particular made of a heat-shrinkable plastic material. Such sheaths may protect the horse from friction.

[0072] Alternatively, illustrated on the Figure 1B , the tension system 20 comprises an elastic part 11, in particular between two attachment nodes of the adjustment system by bringing them together outside of elongation, in the continuity of the adjustment system 25 allowing to have an elongation capacity for the tension system of between 4 cm and 6 cm maximum. Such an elastic part makes it possible to limit the counter reaction in force of the horse and allows better respect for the physiology of the horse.

[0073] Alternatively, illustrated on the figure 7, the headpiece 10 further comprises two lateral support members 30 extending over the frontal part 1 on either side of the horse's head. The lateral support members 30 can come to bear against the temporal part of the head opposite the temporal bone and make it possible to limit the support of the headpiece at the level of the ears. They are arranged near the connection 4.

[0074] Furthermore, the reins include a fastening system 35 fixed to the center of the retro-occipital part to allow attachment to a fixed element on the horse, in particular to the halter, the bridle or the mane. It could nevertheless be attached elsewhere on the headpiece. The invention is not limited to a simple fastening system, it could be double, that is to say include several connection points with the headpiece.

[0075] The adjustment system 25 comprises a rope or strap passing through the fixing member 8 and having a return which is fixed on the knots or attachment loops 27. It is then possible to easily adjust the length of the adjustment system by attaching the return to one or other of the knots or loops.

[0076] The tensioning system 20 comprises a safety system 40, here a broken safety ring, configured to at least partially release the tensioning system when the tension exerted on the latter is greater than or equal to a predetermined value. The predetermined value may be between 35 kg and 90 kg. The safety system 40 is here positioned at the level of the attachment to the lap strap, but it could be positioned elsewhere, in particular at the level of the junction 5 or the attachment of the return on the knot or the corresponding loop. The safety system may break or become detached.

[0077] The invention is not limited to the example just described. For example, the adjustment system may comprise any other means for adjusting the length of the tensioning system, in particular a belt-type system. Part of the reins, in particular of the tensioning system, may be elastic.

Claims

1. Dressage and posture martingale including: - a headstall (10) including a browband (1) and a crownpiece (3) connected to one another, - at least one first pressure member (2) mounted on the browband (1) of the headstall (10) so as to come into contact with the frontal-temporal-parietal region of the horse, and - at least one second pressure member (2) mounted on the crownpiece (3) so as to come into contact with the occipital-cervical region of the horse, at least the second pressure member (2) being configured to come to bear locally on a predetermined area of the retro-occipital region and to generate a muscular reflex action, in particular of the extensor muscles of the first cervical vertebrae.

2. Martingale according to claim 1 with no constraint member between the nose of the horse and the headstall (10), in particular no strap on the nose or connecting members at the level of the jaw.

3. Martingale according to any one of preceding claims including a plurality of first pressure members and a plurality of second pressure members (2) separate from one another, in particular two first pressure members and two second pressure members (2) separate from one another.

4. Martingale according to any one of preceding claims in which the first and second pressure member or members (2) are one or more knots in a cord or a strap forming the browband (1) and the crownpiece (3) of the headstall or one or more raised elements, such as balls, mounted on the browband (1) and the crownpiece (3) of the headstall.

5. Martingale according to any one of preceding claims in which the browband (1) and the crownpiece (3) of the headstall are each formed either by a cord with a diameter between 2 mm and 15 mm inclusive, better between 4 mm and 12 mm inclusive, even better between 5 mm and 7 mm inclusive, or a strap with a width between 2 mm and 10 cm inclusive, better between 4 mm and 6 cm inclusive, even better between 1 cm and 3 cm inclusive.

6. Martingale according to any one of preceding claims in which the pressure member or members (2) are adjustable in position on the browband (1) and the crownpiece (3) of the headstall to adapt to the morphology of the horse.

7. Martingale according to any one of preceding claims including a system (20) for at least partially downwardly tensioning the headstall connected to the headstall (10) on one side, in particular on either side of the head at the level of the parts (4) connecting the browband with the crownpiece, and configured to be connected to something on the horse below the neck on the other side, in particular on either side of or between the front legs, in particular a ventral strap (9).

8. Martingale according to claim 7 in which the tension system (20) includes a system (25) for adjusting its maximal length between 50 cm and 170 cm, better between 110 cm and 155 cm and even better between 120 cm and 145 cm.

9. Martingale according to claim 7 or 8 in which the tension system (20) includes a safety system (40) configured to detach the tension system (20) or to release the tension generated by the tension system (20) if a tension greater than a predetermined tension is applied to it.

10. Martingale according to any one of preceding claims further including at least two lateral pressure members (30) mounted on the headstall (10), in particular the browband (1), so as to extend laterally on either side of the head of the horse in contact with the temporal region of the horse, in particular facing the temporal bone of the horse.

11. Martingale according to any one of preceding claims including one or more attachment system (35) in particular arranged on the crownpiece (3) of the headstall for fixing the headstall to something on the horse, in particular to the bridle, halter or mane of the horse.

12. Method of training a horse using the martingale according to any one of preceding claims including positioning the headstall (10) on the head of the horse and positioning the first and second pressure member or members on the corresponding area(s), in particular area(s) in which they generate an avoidance reflex action, in particular on extensor muscles of the first cervical vertebrae in the case of the second pressure members.

13. Method according to claim 12 including adjustment of the position of the pressure member or members (2) depending on the morphology of the horse.

14. Method according to claim 12 or 13 using the martingale according to any one of claims 9 to 11 including fixing the tension system (20) to the element (9) on the horse below the neck.

15. Method according to any one of claims 12 to 14 including the possibility of lengthening the tension system (20) by means of an elastic part (11) of the tension system (20).