What would you like?
I can help you in all different ways, if you're local or not!
Online help
Equine Arthritis; The Arthritis Answer Vault
Rider; Symmetry & Synergy
Journal; Track & Tame your horse's Pain
In-person Physiotherapy
Help your horse feel better
(Equine Physio)
Help you feel better
(Human Physio)
Help your dog or other small pet feel better
Clinics & workshops
Symmetry & Synergy; the Rider workshop (indoor venue)
Symmetry & Synergy clinic; at your own yard
Simulator & rider Physio clinic
Hands-on treatment appointments;
Equine Physiotherapy
£75 initial assessment (usually around 90 mins)
£70 follow-up appointments (60-90 mins)
Firstly, the animal’s medical history is taken, along with details their management (shoeing, tack, dentistry, turnout) as it may affect their physiotherapeutic management.
Initial assessment then comprises observing posture, gait, behaviour and movement patterns. Then a physical assessment tests range of movement, palpation, and any further special tests. The horse or animal must have a competent handler to ensure safety and welfare of all involved.
Treatments depend on the assessment findings, and may involve discussion of management plans, Joint mobilisations, Spinal manipulations, soft tissue work (including myofascial release, trigger point therapy, reflex inhibition, scar massage) electrotherapy (PEMF, TENS, muscle stimulation, LASER, Ultrasound), Exercise prescription and/or taping (including Kinesio taping)
Rider / Human Physiotherapy
£65 (on land; 1hr)
Follow-up appointments reduced to £55 when combined with equine appt. on yard
£80 Ridden and land assessment
£30 ridden assessment + advice only
Assessment of a human may entail observation of postures both ridden and on the ground, functional movement patterns and strength. Muscle lengths, joint ranges of movement, palpation and any specific tests are assessed for the person’s complaint.
Treatments may then include Exercise prescription, Soft tissue work, Joint mobilisations, manipulations, Taping, and education regarding the problem.
Common reasons for human physio include Rider improvement (asymmetry, weakness, poor core control); Injuries such as old fractures, ligament sprains, muscle strains; Arthritis, Back pain, Neck pain/stiffness, Frozen shoulder, Rotator cuff tendinopathy, Tennis elbow, Anterior knee pain, Plantar fasciitis, and many more.
Canine / small animal Physiotherapy
£65 initial assessment (1hr+)
£60 follow-up appointments (45mins)
As with all animals, the current Veterinarian is first consulted, to discuss the animal’s history and veterinary treatment plan, which ensures safest and most effective practice for the animal’s welfare.
Initial assessment then includes observation of postures, gait, behaviour and movement patterns. Then a physical assessment includes palpation, range of movement, specific joint and muscle testing, and neurological assessment if relevant. As part of assessment often looks for a source of pain, the animal must have a competent handler to ensure minimal stress to the animal and safety of all involved.
Treatment options depend on assessment findings, and can include Exercise prescription, Neuro rehab, soft tissue work, Joint mobilisations, Electrotherapy, Taping, Splinting, and discussion of management plans liaising with the vet.
Covering East Sussex, West Sussex, Surrey, Kent
Based in East Grinstead
Travel Fees: Within 5 miles = Free
5-10 miles = £5
10-15 miles = £10
15-20 miles = £15
20+ miles = £20
Multiple animals/people in one location will share rates of travel.
An ideal birthday or Christmas present for someone you're not sure what to get! If your parent, daughter or son, sibling or friend has a horse or dog, chances are they'd love to make them feel better. And with the current financial climate, Physiotherapy could be something they're sacrificing and they'd really appreciate.
Vouchers are tailored for the individual (to include travel costs & type of appointments), so please contact me to organise.
