Equine Bodywork Session Information
Scheduling a Session
Under Services, you can learn more about the different approaches I use. You don't need to choose a specific modality before booking. During the initial assessment, I'll evaluate your horse's posture, movement and individual needs to determine the most appropriate approach. Different techniques may be combined or adapted throughout the session as needed.
What to Expect During a Session
Each session is tailored to your horse and may include:
Assessment: An evaluation of your horse's posture, movement and areas of restriction or compensation.
Individualized bodywork: Hands-on work using the approaches best suited to your horse's needs.
Discussion and guidance: An explanation of my findings, along with relevant exercises, stretches and management recommendations.
Follow-up report: A detailed report with findings and individualized homework instructions provided after each session.
Session duration:
Initial assessment and treatment: up to 1.5 hours.
Follow-up sessions: approximately 1 hr.
Duration depends on your horse's individual needs and how the session progresses.
Booking a Session
To arrange an appointment or ask about pricing, please contact me by email, phone or through the website ‘contact us’ form.
If you're unsure whether equine bodywork is appropriate for your horse, feel free to get in touch to discuss your concerns before booking.
Preparing for Your Horse's Session
A calm, comfortable environment helps your horse settle into the session. Whenever possible, please arrange the following:
A suitable space: A weather-sheltered area where we can also move the horse as needed (such as a barn aisle, arena or pasture with shelter)
A quiet time: Choose a time when your horse can relax without unnecessary interruptions. If you can, avoid busy periods in the barn.
Consider feeding times: Avoid scheduling during your horse's usual feeding time. Your horse should have access to forage as appropriate.
Before the session: Ideally, your horse should not have been ridden immediately beforehand.
After the session: Allow adequate recovery time before riding or strenuous work. Depending on your horse and the session, this may mean resting for up to 24 hours. Individual recommendations will be discussed with you.
DISCLAIMER:
Equine bodywork is intended to complement, not replace, appropriate veterinary care. The Equine Bodyworker does not diagnose medical conditions, prescribe medications or supplements, or perform chiropractic adjustments.
If your horse is recovering from an illness, injury, surgery or lameness, or is experiencing intermittent lameness, please obtain veterinary clearance before scheduling bodywork or introducing related exercises. Your veterinarian can help determine whether bodywork and any planned activity are appropriate for your horse.
The horse's health, comfort and well-being remain the priority throughout every session.