06/23/2025
Have you ever looked at your horse and thought something just looks off—but you can't quite put your finger on it?
Chances are, you're seeing the signs of compensation patterns—those subtle postural shifts horses adopt when something doesn’t feel quite right. It could be from an old injury, ill-fitting tack, uneven footing, or even a dominant side that’s been doing more than its fair share of the work.
🐴 Compensation looks like:
One shoulder more developed than the other
A hip that always tracks a little to the outside
Difficulty picking up one lead
Short-striding behind or toe-dragging
Head tilting or uneven rein pressure
These patterns may seem minor, but over time they create tension, imbalance, and wear—often leading to decreased performance, behavioral resistance, or even lameness.
💆♀️ Bodywork helps by:
Releasing chronic tension in overused muscles
Encouraging correct neuromuscular firing patterns
Helping your horse rediscover symmetrical movement
Supporting better biomechanics under saddle
When your horse feels balanced and aligned, they move more freely, perform more willingly, and recover more efficiently. Posture isn't just how your horse looks—it's a mirror of how they feel on the inside.
📍 Booking now for summer bodywork sessions around Strathmore, AB and surrounding areas.
