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Equine Performance and Rehabilitation Specialists covering North and South of Ireland.

Internationally trained equine physiotherapist offering manual and electrotherapy techniques as well as exercise prescription in South Australia.

29/09/2025

Condition Focus Mondays!- Tendon Injuries
🦵 What is it?
The superficial and deep digital flexor tendons act like springs, storing and releasing energy in each stride. With overload or fatigue, fibres within the tendon tear, leading to inflammation and scar tissue.
📌 Why does it happen?
- Sudden overstrain (slip, gallop, jump)
- Repetitive microtrauma in training
- Poor footing or conformation
🐎 Impact on your horse:
Heat, swelling, and lameness in the affected limb. Recovery is slow because tendons have limited blood supply.
🔄 Compensatory issues:
- Overuse of the opposite leg leading to a higher reinjury risk
- Back and shoulder tightness from altered gait
- Loss of strength in the injured limb due to disuse
⚡ How physiotherapy helps:
- Manual therapy to support the bodies recovery from compensation
- Winback TECAR therapy to promote healing, blood flow, elasticity, and optimal return to function of the affected limb
- Knowledge and tailored plans designed to help you help your horse recover to the best they can
Gradual strengthening and proprioceptive exercises
👉 Structured rehab reduces reinjury risk.
📩 Contact Equi-Formance for support.

28/09/2025

A few appointments remaining this week!

Was your horse a little "off" over the weekend?

Just not as supple as they can be?

This is an early sign of discomfort or muscle dysfunction. Get on top of it early so it doesn't end up turning into something more chronic.

📍We cover all of County Down and some parts of Armagh and Antrim on a weekly basis.

26/09/2025

Some Friday motivation for you all while we catch you up on Olivia and her Veterinary Physiotherapy degree!🐴🐶

This week, Olivia travelled over to England in the early hours of Monday. As we come to you with this post, she is touching down in Belfast and ready to get back to seeing your ponies and puppies after another successful week of developing skills and exploring some more advanced techniques! (dates for remaining appointments coming soon⏳)

This year, Olivia will be completing her dissertation, and continuing to develop her skills and knowledge in a range of Veterinary Physiotherapy practices. But, we know this isn't the end for Olivia, and the end of a degree wasn't the finishing line for Caroline either! The Equi-Formance ladies know that veterinary practices are a never ending evolution, and we remain as dedicated as ever to developing our skills and remaining at the forefront of what's to come. Of this you can be certain!

We continue to thank you all for the never ending support, and for the pleasure of being those you trust to advise and care for your horses💞

To contact Caroline and Olivia for consultations and appointments, message the page 📲

24/09/2025

A very common Veterinary Physiotherapy misconception, is that only injured or chronically diagnosed horses will benefit from physio... but boy, is that wrong!
Physiotherapy is an outstanding tool that will aid in prevention, performance, and comfort in everyday life. From young horses in training, to our golden oldies living a quieter life, physio keeps muscles balanced, joints supported, and movement happy!💪😃
Has your horse ever had a maintenance session? Book with Equi-Formance via the page or Equigate app to make sure nothing goes unnoticed📲

22/09/2025

Condition Focus Mondays!- Equine Osteoarthritis
🦴 What is it?
Osteoarthritis happens when the smooth cartilage covering the ends of bones starts to wear away. As cartilage thins, bone rubs on bone, causing inflammation in the joint capsule and the development of bony changes (osteophytes).
📌 Why does it happen?
- Repeated stress on high-motion joints (hock, fetlock, stifle)
- Old injuries or conformational imbalances
- Age-related wear and tear
🐎 Impact on your horse:
Stiffness, reduced range of motion, shorter strides, and reluctance to bend.
🔄 Compensatory issues:
- Overloading of other limbs → secondary arthritis
- Tightness in the back and pelvis from altered movement
- Muscle wastage around the affected joint
⚡ How physiotherapy helps:
- Laser & TECAR therapy for pain and inflammation
- Mobility and strengthening to support the joint
- Releasing tight compensatory muscles
👉 Arthritis can’t be reversed, but it can be managed to keep your horse active.
📩 Message Equi-Formance for help.

19/09/2025

Ever noticed one side of your horse builds muscle more than the other? 🤔

It’s not just training — often, it’s the body compensating.

👉 Causes can include:
- Restriction in the back or pelvis
- Uneven limb use
- Old injuries

💡 Physio helps identify the cause, not just the symptom, and restore balance.

📍We Cover County Down, Antrim and Armagh.

16/09/2025

September has been a busy month 😅

Caroline has 3 appointments left:
- Tuesday 23rd - Driving back from Markethill towards Newry @ 3pm
- Thursday 25th - Ballynahinch area @ 2pm
- Tuesday 30th - Starting in Drogheda driving back towards Dromore @ 2pm

October is booking up, so please don't leave booking to the last minute as unfortunately with limited work days, I am unable to squeeze anyone in.

To book, please Dm the page!

15/09/2025

It’s not always big injuries — the little, everyday things often set horses back.

A regular physio check keeps them comfortable, supple, and performing at their best.

📍We cover County Down, Antrim and Armagh.

12/09/2025

If you ever needed a sign, this is it! Discover the world of tuning in with your horse’s body, and watch the benefits unfold🤪

10/09/2025

We often think of straightness as a riding or schooling issue.
But did you know… unevenness can actually be your horse’s way of compensating? 🐎

👉 Common causes include:
- Muscle imbalances
- Old restrictions in the body
- Weakness in the core or hind end

Fixing the root cause with physio often makes straightness in training so much easier. ✨

📩 Book a session and let’s help your horse move straighter, freer, and more comfortably.

08/09/2025

Hock Arthritis??

Horse not responding to steroid injections, supplements or is prone to laminitis?

We have the solution…..Winback TECAR Therapy! 🙌

Non-Invasive, Drug Free Pain Relief and FEI Legal!!

To book your Winback Appointment, DM the Page!

02/09/2025

A fab review to start a new month! 🤩

Olivia has been working closely with this client to ensure the best possible outcome. A combination of soft tissue release, Winback Therapy and rehab advice has help this horse progress and heel in the best possible way.

Physiotherapy for rehab isn't just a once of treatment, its a process, slowly peeling back the layers, continually reassessing and adjusting so that your horse can, hopefully, return to their previous level of work.

Has your horse been diagnosed with an injury? Don't know where to start?

Give us a message and we will happily chat you through the process.

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Dromore

Telephone

+447568536887

Website

http://www.equi-formance.co.uk/

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