EQUINE
Misalignments may have different causes and symptoms due to the varied activities that each horse is required to undertake in different disciplines. Causes of misalignments can also be acute, such as a fall at a jump or a slip in the field, or chronic, such as conformational issues or age.
Common symptoms that may respond to treatment include:
-
Decreased performance
-
Change in behaviour
-
Reluctance to go forward, track up or engage the hindquarters
-
Difficulty with certain movements under saddle or in hand
-
Difference in strength between reins
-
Asymmetrical muscle development
-
Holding the tail over to one side
-
Knocking down poles or reluctance to jump
RECORD CARD
A comprehensive history of your horse will be taken to identify previous injuries or management techniques which may contribute to your horse's ongoing treatment.
GAIT ANALYSIS
Your horse will be assessed whilst walking and trotting in hand. Gait may also be analysed on the lunge or under saddle. Further tests may be performed if neurological compromise is suspected.
VETERINARY CONSENT
The Veterinary Surgeons Act 1966 and subsequent Amendments Order 2015 state that veterinary permission must be granted prior to treatment.
PALPATION & TREATMENT
Your horse will be palpated to identify any misalignments within the skeletal structure. These misalignments will then be treated using McTimoney adjustments and massage techniques.
CONFORMATION ASSESSMENT
Your horse's conformation will be assessed to determine if there are any factors predisposing your horse to injury.
AFTERCARE
Rehabilitative and aftercare advice will be tailored to your individual horse. This may include in hand or ridden exercises, such as stretches or polework.