Author Archives: Pauline

Neck position influences Equine Biomechanics

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Canine Spinal Therapy gives new lease of life

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Equine Spinal Therapy works wonders

Equine Spinal Therapy has been helping racehorse performances in Shropshire. Pauline has been treating racehorses at a yard in Shropshire for nearly a year now. Racehorses are atheletes, and often develop musculoskeletal problems due to the nature of their work. Spinal Therapy … Continue reading

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Therapeutic stretches stabilise spinal muscles

  Therapeutic  stretches are often used to help with the flexibility of the horses spine. Do therapeutic  stretches improve flexibility in horses and dogs? In a recent study performed by The McPhail Equine Performance centre, the following conclusions were made. … Continue reading

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Equine Therapy Endorsed by Study

Why Does my Horse Require Equine Therapy? Just by riding, or driving our horses, we are asking them to perform for us, rather like an athlete would. As with human athletes , there are always physical problems surrounding any form … Continue reading

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Stretches for Horses

When Therapeutic Stretches/ Carrot Stretches for Horses can be Useful Stretching your horse after exercise can be helpful in maintaining correct muscle tone as well as elasticity and flexibility in the muscles. This is important in allowing the horse to … Continue reading

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Zigzags successful Equine Therapy story

These are the before and after photos of Zigzag, a 20 year old Thoroughbred cross gelding. The photo on the left is on the day of treatment. This was Zigzags normal stance, with his hindlimbs out behind him, and the right … Continue reading

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Bad Behaviour or Problem??

Bad behaviour or Musculoskeletal Problem?? Horses can suffer back and muscle pain as well as humans. We often misinterpret this as bad behaviour. So what are the possible signs that your horse may be suffering back or muscle discomfort? The … Continue reading

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Recent Client Feedback

Connie, a 7 year old cob was exhibiting some behavioural issues, and showing signs of discomfort when being ridden, especially down hill. Pauline noticed that Connie had croup high conformation which was probably contributing somewhat to her discomfort, and possible pressure points behind the … Continue reading

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Recent Client Comments

“I just wanted to say a huge thanks for all you have done for Summer, we are so pleased that Judy recommended you and will be doing our best to spread the word! Summer thoroughly enjoys her treatment and the … Continue reading

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