This depends on the species being treated and the type of session that's required. However, sessions are affordable for continued maintenance to achieve your animals goals.

Yes, within 20 miles of Oldham, this allows your animals to be treated in the comfort of familiar surroundings. This can be especially important with elderly or less mobile animals.

Is treatment covered by insurance?

This is dependent on your personal policy, you will need to read your coverage for complimentary therapies. If you provide your contract, I can assist in determining if the policy includes coverage. Most insurance policies will cover up to ten sessions or up to a fixed amount. My registration through IRVAP is accepted by most insurance policies.

What locations do you cover?

The areas I most commonly work in are: Manchester, Oldham, Rochdale, Bury, Ashton-Under-Lyne, Halifax, Sowerby Bridge, Luddenden Foot, Milnrow, Shaw, Haywood, Bolton. However I would be happy to asses new areas based on availability.

How long does a session last?

Typically the initial session can last one and half hours, subsequent sessions are approximately an hour but may vary depending on the work needed. However this is not to a fixed timescale as the outcome of the session is more important than the time taken.

Do I need to prepare anything before the session?

Yes, for equine appointments please make sure your horse is inside, well rested, with clean and dry legs/ coat. This enables full use of the specialist equipment as muddy coats can impair assessment. For canine appointments, your dog will need to be clean and dry, well rested and a small space will be needed with blankets or rugs as they may wish to lie down. If you supply their favorite treats, this usually helps the session to go smoothly.

Do I need to be aware of anything post-session?

Your animal may experience some soreness the day after, reduced workload for the day after will be appropriate, this means competition or performance animals may not be at their best immediately following physiotherapy. Notes can be provided after the session so you do not need to worry about forgetting the information given during the session

How many sessions do I need?

This depends on a number of factors the condition your pet has, the goals you want to achieve and how involved you want to be with the process. A more accurate estimation can be provided after an initial consultation.

Horse Physiotherapy - HorsestoHounds

Horse Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation
As a specialist in horse physiotherapy and rehabilitation, I collaborate with you to evaluate causes of poor performance, stiffness, changes in behaviour or reluctance when ridden or managed. Every horse benefits from a full assessment, much like an MOT no matter their age or working status. Each assessment covers an in-depth gait analysis, assessment of joints and muscles and then after treating areas of discomfort, a plan is arranged to maintain mobility and comfort in these areas.

Key Benefits of Regular Equine Physiotherapy

Maintains joint mobility and slows the onset of stiffness
Preserves and enhances muscle tone and core stability
Builds topline, improves stifle function or rehabilitates kissing spine cases
Manages pain, muscle sasms and tension through advanced manual therapy and therapeutic modalities
Detects early gait asymmetries, saddle-fit issues and muscular imbalances
Optimises athletic performance and reduces risk of injury
Supports neurological rehabilitation
Specialised plans for geriatric or retired horses
Empowers owners with tailored home-care exercises and professional education in ridden or groundwork

Explore Main Reasons for Booking

Equine Arthritis Management
Degenerative joint changes can compromise your horse’s comfort and performance, leading to reduced ridden careers or early retirement. Physiotherapy can give a new lease of life and purpose to these horses improving their mental well-being and musculo-skeletal comfort.

Post-Operative & Neurological Rehabilitation
From pre-surgical care and muscle priming to after care and wound management; physiotherapy can help you navigate the first few weeks and months following surgery and ensure optimal recovery. Professional knowledge can ensure you get the best return to function and reduce the risk of re-injury.

Sporting & Performance Horses
Whether your horse competes in dressage, showjumping or eventing – proactive biomechanical screening and performance analysis identify muscle imbalances, joint weakness and early compensation patterns. Bespoke conditioning and recovery programmes keep performance horses in prime condition and competition-ready. Ridden physiotherapy session can also be arranged to learn more about working your horse from a musculo-skeletal viewpoint.