Equine Rehabilitation

Injury, surgery, poor posture, or long-term compensation patterns can all affect your horse’s comfort, confidence, and performance. Equine rehabilitation bridges the gap between veterinary treatment and a full return to health—helping horses regain strength, mobility, and balance in a structured, safe, and evidence-based way.
 
Every rehabilitation plan is tailored specifically to the horse, based on veterinary diagnosis, physiotherapy assessment, and clear, achievable goals.

Who Is Rehabilitation For?

Rehabilitation can support horses recovering from:

  • Tendon and ligament injuries
  • Orthopaedic surgeries
  • Kissing spine
  • Lameness and compensatory issues
  • Neurological conditions
  • Muscle wastage or asymmetry
  • Long periods of box rest or restricted movement

It’s also valuable for older horses, those with chronic conditions, and horses returning to work after time off.

A Structured, Individual Approach

Rehabilitation is not a “one-size-fits-all” process. It begins with a full assessment of your horse’s movement, posture, pain response, and functional ability. From there, I work closely with your vet to create a progressive, adaptable plan that may include:

  • Controlled exercise programmes
  • In-hand work and groundwork
  • Raised pole and proprioceptive exercises
  • Dynamic mobilisation (stretching) techniques
  • Targeted strengthening and core activation work
  • Manual therapy and electrotherapy as needed

Progress is monitored regularly and programmes evolve as your horse improves.

The Bigger Picture: Retraining the Body and Mind

Rehabilitation is about more than just healing tissue—it’s about retraining movement patterns, rebuilding confidence, and developing functional strength. Many horses develop compensations or habits during injury that need gentle, consistent re-education. Time, patience, and a team approach are key.

Supporting You and Your Horse Every Step of the Way

Whether your horse is in the early stages of recovery or rebuilding towards full work, I’m here to support you both with calm, compassionate, expert care. I’ll guide you through each phase, provide clear home exercises, and communicate openly with your wider veterinary team to ensure the best possible outcome.