EQTHERAPEUTICS

I've been noticing more and more posts about compassion fatigue and burnout among trainers and therapists. It's heartbreaking to see the...

Gelding scars are a common occurrence in horses that have been castrated. These scars can have an impact on pelvic functional...

The scenario of horses undergoing prolonged periods of stall rest due to soft tissue injuries is a common sight. However, it is...

As an osteopathic practitioner, stereotypie behaviours are taken very seriously because they illuminate root causes to physical...

In the equestrian world, the significance of play for horses often takes a backseat to more structured training and exercise routines....

In the realm of equine health, joint injections are a common practice aimed at alleviating discomfort and aiding in the recovery of...

Back (sacroiliac) pain is arguably the most common finding in equine athletes at an astounding estimate of up to 94% of ridden horses...

A short video of a typical “knee arthritis prevention” session with my senior pony. By the age of 36, carpal arthritic changes are a...

Kinesiotape, or k-tape, gained popularity in the human sports and physical therapy realm in the late 90s. Now making its way into the...

How do I know if my horse is in pain? This is by far the most common question asked by clients. Many inquisitive owners looking for...

Do you get results from your equine therapy sessions or are you merely chasing pain. Chasing pain can be highly frustrating for the...

The effects of fluid flow on body composition following one treatment. A healthy body requires normal circulation of fluids. This...

This dramatic before and after picture is a perfect demonstration of the available mobility between cranial bones and within the...

The more I place emphasis on embodying my own values (walking the talk!) the more aware I become of the resistance to discomfort that...

Often we see pictures of horses receiving therapy while simple tied or cross tied but for me, this is non-negotiable and I will explain...

Can undo training styles that create physiological distress in the system or that encourage poor biomechanics. A little while back I...

Your therapy session can only be as effective as your assessment is thorough. If you have ever been for therapy yourself you will likely...

Beautiful designed by Mother Nature and one of the most fundamentally necessary bones in the cranium for both humans and horses alike....

How Motor Control Can Change Hind End Loading Immediately Pre-Treatment Video Look closely at the loading pattern prior to treatment. The...

The disciplined pursuit of personal development In an interview with Jerry Seinfeld, when asked how many hours he spent working on his...

A very common question I get asked by horse owners is, "Can my horse sustain a brain injury and/or concussion when they hit their head or...

Captured footage below of a simple yet effective trust building exercise. Therapy can only be as effective as the patient believes it...

Often times, therapists will give an amazing treatment to a horse and we will see huge improvements right away but they are short lived...

Amazing things happen when you set your intention. The vibration of our heart frequency can be easily detected by our horses and...