Our Services
Equine physiotherapy is a specialist treatment focussing on the assessment, treatment and rehabilitation of horses to improve their physical function, performance and quality of life. Physiotherapy is particularly relevant for sports horses and competitive athletes, but is also extremely beneficial for elderly horses or those recovering from injury or surgery.
Equine physiotherapy is commonly utilised for two reasons, rehabilitative needs including post-surgical rehabilitation, injury recovery and conditioning / performance enhancement and preventative care comprised of routine maintenance and optimal management practices.
Initial Consultation
Our initial consultation last 1.5 hours. This is a comprehensive assessment for all our new clients. This session helps determine the needs of your horse and their appropriate physiotherapy plan. It is designed to evaluate your horse’s current physical condition, mobility, and any specific areas of concern, like pain, stiffness, or reduced range of motion. These sessions would be suitable for horses who have recently had an injury, post-surgery or for maintenance purposes.
What to expect…
Detailed Review of Medical History
Full Physical Assessment (incl. dynamic & static)
Spinal Assessment
Joint & Muscle Palpation
Pain Assessment
Gait Analysis
Discussion of Goals & Expectations
Who would benefit…
Competitive Sport Horses
Horses with persistent pain or discomfort
Recent behavioural changes, particularly during riding, tacking up or a specific movement.
Elderly horses
Horses with muscle asymmetry or muscle wastage
Recent injuries
Muscle conditioning and maintenance purposes
Follow-up Session
Our follow up sessions are 1 hour. In these sessions your horses personalised physiotherapy programme will start to take shape and we will start working with them on specific areas of concern. We will build on the progress made in the initial consultation and continue the treatment plan tailored for them. It is a more targeted session that aims to adjust, refine, and track their progress towards their recovery or wellness goals.
What to expect…
Review of Progress
Reassessment of Condition
Hands-on Therapy
Adjustments to Treatment Plan
Education & Guidance for Owners
Setting Goals & Planing for Future Sessions
Electrotherapy Sessions
These sessions are designed for patients who require ongoing electrotherapeutic intervention for more regular/longer periods such as post-surgery healing, fractures or neurological cases.
Electrotherapy Treatments Available:
Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Therapy (PEMF)
Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS)
Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation (NMES)
Pathology Seminars
Designed for clients
When your horse is diagnosed with a condition such as kissing spines or tendinitis, it can be extremely upsetting and often our vets are unable to provide us with an in depth understanding of what this means and the best steps to take moving forward. Our pathology seminars extensively discuss specific pathologies, guiding our owners through different management and interventions, allowing them to ask questions. These seminars help our owners understand their next steps and leave with peace of mind.
Seminars can be delivered in person or online, and can be delivered in groups.
Designed for businesses
If you own an equine business such as an equine clinic or training yard and would like to book these pathology seminars for your staff, these seminars can be tailored to specific pathologies or structures depending on what you require.
Seminars can be delivered in the form of lunch & learns, structured seminars or group sessions.
Prices start from £35 for personal seminars and a £5 surcharge will be added for each additional person attending.
For business seminars, prices will vary (from £50) depending on attendance and what your business requires.
Whether your horse is seeking physiotherapy post-surgery, post-injury or for maintenance purposes, all horses will require an initial assessment.
You will never be charged extra if your initial assessment runs over the allotted 1.5 hour timeframe.