Rehabilitation

Rehabilitation is a core component of veterinary physiotherapy, focused on guiding an animal safely and effectively from injury or surgery back to full function. For horses, this means not only returning to soundness but also restoring strength, coordination, and confidence, whether for everyday life or competitive performance.

Rehabilitation is a structured, evidence-based process that addresses the full scope of recovery, from the initial healing phase through to reconditioning and return to work. It’s not just about treating the injury; it’s about treating the horse as a whole.

Goals of Rehabilitation

Promote safe tissue healing
Restore normal movement patterns
Reduce pain and inflammation
Rebuild strength, balance, and flexibility
Prevent re-injury or compensatory issues
Support mental well-being during restricted activity

A Whole-Horse Approach

Hands-on therapy to relieve pain, improve mobility, and support tissue recovery
Electrotherapies to enhance healing and reduce inflammation
Therapeutic exercise to gradually reintroduce movement, build strength, and retrain coordination
Ongoing assessment to ensure progress is safe and effective
Environmental and management advice to support healing outside of treatment sessions

Collaboration

Rehabilitation is most effective when it’s a team effort. I work closely with your vet and other professionals (such as farriers, saddle fitters, and trainers) to ensure a coordinated, consistent approach throughout your horse’s recovery journey.

Whether your horse is healing from injury, surgery, or managing a chronic condition, rehabilitation through veterinary physiotherapy offers a clear, structured path forward, built on science, compassion, and a commitment to long-term well-being.

Rehabilitation Livery

Based with RPM Equine

We offer rehabilitation livery at our yard—whether your horse requires box rest, restricted turnout, or is ready to begin controlled exercise. Our facilities and experience allow us to take the guesswork out of the rehabilitation process, working closely with your vet to ensure treatment goals are met safely and effectively.

We can support a wide range of needs, including dietary management, hand-walking routines, controlled exercise programmes, and basic medical care such as dressing changes and ongoing monitoring. Each horse receives individualised care in a calm, professional environment to support both physical recovery and mental well-being.

Rehabilitation Support

Based on your yard

If you prefer to rehabilitate your horse at home, we offer mobile support to guide you through every stage of the process. Working in collaboration with your vet, we can develop a structured rehabilitation programme tailored to your horse’s specific needs.

This may include exercise demonstrations, assistance with controlled walking routines, and regular progress assessments. We also provide advice on dietary and environmental adjustments to support healing and ensure your horse’s management is aligned with their recovery goals. With ongoing support and frequent reassessments, we’ll help keep your rehabilitation plan on track, safely and effectively.