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Equine Physiotherapy

Supporting your horse's movement, recovery and performance.

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Equine physiotherapy can support horses at every stage of their lives, from rehabilitation following injury through to maintaining mobility and supporting performance.

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At North Western Vet Physio, every horse receives a comprehensive assessment before treatment. We consider their movement, posture, joint range of motion, muscle condition, workload and individual requirements before developing a treatment plan.

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A team approach

Your horse's care rarely involves just one professional.

 

We work alongside your veterinary surgeon and other members of your horse's care team, including farriers, saddlers and trainers where appropriate.

 

This collaborative approach helps ensure physiotherapy forms part of a coordinated plan for your horse.

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Treatment may include:

  • Massage and manual therapies

  • Stretching

  • Joint mobilisation and range-of-motion work

  • Laser therapy

  • Electrotherapies where appropriate

  • Remedial exercises

  • Pole work

  • In-hand exercises

  • Long-reining

  • Strength and conditioning

  • Bespoke rehabilitation programmes

Rehabilitation

Horses recovering from tendon, ligament, muscle or other injuries can benefit from a structured rehabilitation programme.

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Exercises are progressed gradually according to your horse's recovery, helping them rebuild strength and return towards their normal workload.

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Performance horses

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Physiotherapy isn't only for horses with an injury.

Regular treatment can support horses involved in competition and demanding work by helping maintain mobility, muscle condition and physical function.

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We can tailor treatment and exercise programmes around your horse's discipline, workload and individual goals.

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Maintenance physiotherapy

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Physiotherapy can also benefit horses that are not injured or competing.

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Whether your horse is enjoying hacking, schooling or simply needs support to maintain their mobility as they get older, an individual physiotherapy programme can help support their ongoing physical wellbeing.

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