EQUINE PHYSIOTHERAPY
As an ACPAT Veterinary Physiotherapist, I am qualified to treat a range of conditions, including but not limited to:
- Acute or chronic injuries: Such as rehabilitation of ligament or tendon injuries, sacroiliac joint dysfunction and maintenance of kissing spines.
- Post-operative rehabilitation: Such as surgery for kissing spines, colic or joint arthroscopy. All referrals are accepted either pre or post operatively.
- Sport-specific rehabilitation: Horse and rider biomechanics, strength and conditioning programmes and sports massage treatment at home or competitions.
I treat my equine clients on a mobile basis; this may either be at the yard, a clinic, or a competition. Please contact me for more information or to answer any further questions you may have.
What to expect from your session…
Initial Assessment (1 hour):
Set up of equipment in a suitable treatment area at your yard.
Detailed history of the presenting condition or current aims and goals for treatment- also ensuring veterinary consent has been provided if required.
Discussion surrounding farriery, saddlery and dentistry- please ensure you have an awareness of when each was last completed for accurate records.
Gait analysis, which usually involves walking/trotting on a straight line, tight circles and reinback. May also involve lunging if deemed necessary/safe.
Palpation and assessment of limb range of movement.
Treatment, which may involve exercise based rehab, hands on treatment or electrotherapy as deemed necessary by your physiotherapist.
Discussion about plan, timescales and requirement for further follow up if needed.
Follow Up Assessment (1 hour):
Set up of equipment in a suitable treatment area at your yard.
Discussion about changes to symptoms, function, behaviour or management since previous session.
Gait assessment, palpation and range of movement assessment.
Treatment, which may involve exercise based rehab, hands on treatment or electrotherapy as deemed necessary by your physiotherapist.
Discussion about plan and requirement for further follow up if needed.