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.

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Exercise Sessions

Is your horse having tailored support to stay injury free or for rehabilitation ?

Standard 6-week rehabilitation plans often fall short because they fail to account for your horse being unique. Horses recover at different rates, and injuries can be complicated with compensations lingering. A rigid timeline may push horses too quickly, risking setbacks or incomplete healing. Additionally, mental and emotional factors play a significant role in recovery, and setting you both up to succeed is my aim.

Exercise prescription is specific, controlled and progressive. Through these sessions you will learn more about your horses capabilities and be able to progress faster and reduce further risks of injury

What I offer ?

The exercise sessions can be useful for all levels or abilities. The sessions are flexible and specific to you to ensure you get the support you require when improving performance or rehabilitating injuries. The sessions can involve the following:

Long Reining: Exercising your horse from the ground is a powerful tool to have. This allows for full freedom without the weight of a rider. Long reining can be beneficial for rehabilitating horses, improving core strength, and teaching correct movement patterns. I can do sessions for you or teach you how to do this with your horse.
Lunging: Learn how to lunge in a therapeutic manner with tailored support. Lunging places asymmetrical forces on horses backs and limbs and so is not suitable in all rehabilitation cases but can be useful to build flexibility and strength later in the process.
Pole-work Sessions: Pole work is fantastic for enhancing coordination, strengthening muscles, and improving joint health. Pole work can also be incorporated into rehabilitation programs to restore muscle function post-injury. Learn why we use poles, how to set them up for your goals and know when to progress.
Ridden Sessions: Incorporating physiotherapeutic exercises into ridden work is a game changer. Different to usual ridden lessons, these sessions are all about your horses biomechanics. Ridden sessions help to reinforce correct posture, balance, and muscle engagement while also providing a controlled way to challenge and assess your horse’s physical capabilities. These sessions will ensure your horse is performing at their best while also addressing any physical concerns or limitations.
Clinics – If there are more than 3 of you wanting to book in, why not get in touch and arrange a clinic ? I offer pole-work or flat-work clinics and also do lectures and educational events.

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If you are interested in any of the sessions and would like more information please use my contact form to get in touch or look at my events page to attend a scheduled event.