Equine Physiotherapy
Equine Physiotherapy Benefits
Physiotherapy helps your horse by:
- Relieving pain and stiffness associated with arthritis and the ageing process
- Restoring mobility and suppleness through improved joint range and muscle balance
- Enhancing athletic performance while preventing injury
- Guiding rehabilitation after injury or surgery
- Managing compensatory issues that develop when horses favour injured areas
- Optimising biomechanics for better movement efficiency
Equine Physiotherapy Treatment Pathways
I offer two distinct pathways for physiotherapy treatment, each designed to meet your horse’s specific needs:
- Maintenance Care — First, I provide the maintenance pathway for horses who need ongoing support without veterinary intervention. This pathway suits horses who benefit from regular physiotherapy to maintain their overall wellbeing, flexibility, and comfort. However, your horse must still be registered with a veterinary practice, as I maintain professional standards by informing your vet that I will be treating your horse. This ensures your vet stays informed about all aspects of your horse’s healthcare.
I typically recommend this pathway for ageing horses, athletic horses requiring performance maintenance, or horses managing chronic conditions that don’t require active veterinary treatment. - Veterinary Referral — Alternatively, I work through the referral pathway when a veterinary surgeon directly refers your horse to me for specialised care. Vets commonly refer horses for reasons, including rehabilitation care after injury or surgery, mobility issues, or chronic pain management. In these cases, I collaborate closely with your vet and any other healthcare professionals involved in your horse’s care. Together, we create a comprehensive treatment plan and monitor progress regularly to bring your horse back to full health.
I provide detailed reports to your vet throughout the treatment process, ensuring everyone works together toward your horse’s recovery goals.
Treatment Steps
When I visit your premises, here’s what to expect on the initial visit. The assessment and treatment process normally takes around 1 hour 45 minutes.
The session follows a process that includes Assessment, Palpation and Movement, Treatment, and lastly Post Treatment & Follow Ups. To gain a more detailed understanding of the full process, I have produced a downloadable guide for you to read at your convenience.
Getting Started
If you are a new client, please follow the Register link to register with OP Vet Physiotherapy, I will contact you to discuss how I can help you. By registering, you will have access to your personal page that will include your animal’s assessment records, treatment plans and more. If you just need to chat rather than registering, please use the Contact Me link.