“She is a completely different horse thanks to Ellie’s skill, care & attention to detail.”

Why Physiotherapy?

hysiotherapy treatment has countless benefits for all equines, from leisure to competition. Just some of these benefits include;

  • reduced pain & inflammation

  • improved range of motion

  • increased proprioception

  • improved core stability

  • reduced healing time of soft tissue structures

  • increased muscle mass

  • increased flexibility.

As well as helping in competition maintenance, physiotherapy can support veterinary treatment of conditions such as:

  • tendon/ligament injuries

  • osteoarthritis

  • muscle tears/strains

  • fractures

  • neurological conditions

  • overriding dorsal spinous processes (kissing spines)

  • sacroiliac (SI) dysfunction.

“Ellie is very patient & knowledgeable…”

Assessment

Every treatment will start with a thorough discussion of previous clinical history, and any particular issues that you may be concerned about. I will then observe the horse statically and dynamically. Following this, I will perform a thorough palpation assessment alongside testing the range of motion in each joint, and specific orthopaedic/neurological tests may be carried out If deemed necessary.

My findings from this assessment form the foundations of every treatment plan, meaning each treatment is completely unique and tailor-made to ensure the very best for your horse.

“Not only is Ellie incredible at what she does, but she is incredibly kind and goes out of her way to ensure you & your horse are happy…”

Manual Therapy

Manual therapy techniques are, for me, the cornerstones of any physiotherapeutic treatment and provide the foundations of a successful outcome, to be supplemented with the use of electrotherapeutic agents. These techniques include;

  • Massage

  • Trigger point release

  • Myofascial release

  • Range of motion exercises

  • Joint mobilisation & manipulation

  • Stretching

  • Soft tissue mobilisation.

“My highly strung mare quite literally falls asleep in the presence of Ellie!”

Electrotherapy

During my treatments, I supplement the manual techniques I use with electrotherapeutic agents. These are usually used in horses with diagnosed injuries and/or conditions, and in some cases can be loaned to owners to be used in between treatments.

  • LASER Therapy

  • Therapeutic Ultrasound

  • Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS)

  • Heat therapy.

“I was looking for a physio with a hollistic approach and I’m so glad to have found Ellie…”

INDIBA Radiofrequency

INDIBA Radiofrequency can be integrated into physiotherapy sessions or offered as a stand-alone treatment. As well as being used to improve performance, INDIBA can treat conditions such as:

  • Osteoarthritis

  • Osteochondritis Diseccans (OCD)

  • Sacroiliac dysfunction

  • Muscle tears/strains

  • Tendon and ligament injuries

  • Wounds

  • Overriding dorsal spinous processes (kissing spines)

  • Bone splints

  • Laminitis.

“He feels like a new horse after every INDIBA treatment!”

Rehabilitation & Remedial Exercise Prescription

n order to achieve the best results from each treatment, I may prescribe owners speciic exercises, or help you to develop a rehabilitation programme for your horse. Exercises can always be demonstrated, and may include;

  • rhythmic stabilisations

  • balance exercises

  • ground work, e.g. long-reining/lungeing

  • pole work

  • active range of motion exercises

  • stretching

  • proprioceptive exercises

  • transitions

  • lateral work

  • training aids.

Following treatment, I am always on the end of the phone should you have any concerns or worries about the exercise or rehabilitation programme that I have prescribed.

“Ellie is very kind, thorough and patient with my pony and he loves his sessions!”