MVP - Maddie Veterinary Physiotherapy

24/05/2026

Just a little snippet of life at MVP recently🥰

I am forever grateful that this is what my work days look like🐕🐱🐴 So many gorgeous faces to work with🤩

Being a vet physio and helping animals feel and move better is something I’ll never take for granted🥰

13/04/2026

A recent snap of laser treatment with supervision✨🐴🐶🐱(don’t worry the probe was off when there were extra eyes watching!)🤓

Class 4 laser therapy is a powerful, non-invasive treatment used to reduce pain promote healing by increasing circulation, which effectively improves mobility in animals. Whether recovering from injury, managing chronic conditions, or supporting performance, laser therapy works deep within the tissue to stimulate repair and reduce inflammation.

From competing horses to much-loved companions, every animal deserves to move freely and feel good in themselves🩵

07/04/2026

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15/03/2026

📸Some of my clients take their recovery very seriously… others take a nap halfway through 🐾😴

Swipe to see a few snaps of adorable clients enjoying a well-earned snooze during (and after!) their physiotherapy sessions. All that stretching, massaging, and exercising can be exhausting💤

Physiotherapy doesn’t just help with recovery and mobility; it can be so relaxing that some of our animals drift off to sleep.

💤 Relaxed muscles
🐶Better quality of life
🐴Improved performance
🐱Happy patients

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25/02/2026

Megan is a great person to work with. She listens to both you and your horses needs and gets to work finding and fitting the perfect saddle. Highly recommend🌟

09/02/2026

Stacking on foam blocks isn’t as easy as it looks👀 This is a full-body workout for your dog’s brain and body🧠🐕

By placing limbs on two separate foam blocks we are asking for core and stabilising muscle engagement along with coordination. This also highlights weakness that is not always obvious📝

This basic exercise highlights things like:
• Weight-shifting habits
• Limb weakness
• Postural asymmetries 
• Weak core

A simple trick like stacking gives us a bigger picture of what may be going on (even when standing still!).

Strong core and limb awareness = better posture, safer movement, and more confident dogs✨

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06/01/2026

🐎Kinesiology Taping 🩹

Kinesiology taping isn’t just for human athletes — it can be a fantastic tool for supporting horses too. When applied correctly, taping can help support muscles and soft tissues without restricting movement.

✨ Benefits of kinesiology taping in horses include:
• Improved circulation and lymphatic drainage
• Reduced swelling and inflammation
• Support for tendons and ligaments
• Enhanced proprioception (body awareness)
• Aiding recovery after injury or exercise

Unlike traditional bandaging, kinesiology tape moves with the horse, allowing for more natural, comfortable movement while still providing support. Our main aim here with Maisie was to reduce swelling in her distal limbs which many horses can be prone to (especially when stood in during extermely cold conditions!)

Oh, and of course this was Maisie approved - last pic for proof🥰

25/12/2025

Merry Christmas to all my incredible clients!
🎄🐾🐕🐈🐎

Thank you for trusting me with your wonderful animals and for all the support throughout this year. It truly means so much and i’m really lucky to work with each and every one of you❤️

Wishing you and your four-legged friends a very happy Christmas and a happy and healthy New Year ✨

Lots of love,
Maddie and Nellie ###🐾

10/12/2025

Moments like this are why my job is so special🥰

Many horses carry subtle, hidden tension at the base of their neck; just where the cervical spine meets the shoulders. This area works hard balancing the head whilst sometimes compensating for poor saddle fit, and responding to rein contact. It’s no surprise that tension builds up here, often without obvious signs until the horse starts showing stiffness, bracing, or difficulty bending✍️

Myofascial release/massage promotes blood flow and aims to release trigger points, improve range of motion and support nervous system regulation✨

Sometimes the smallest releases make the biggest difference🥳

12/11/2025

🔉Sound on🔉

Meet Tala - a gorgeous girl who knows the art of relaxation💆🏽‍♀️✨

This clip was from our session this week where Tala enjoying a laser therapy and massage treatment. This combination helps to ease muscle tension, reduce inflammation, and promote healing🐕

Laser therapy works deep beneath the skin to promote circulation, while massage releases tight muscles (and often helps relaxation!)🐶

Tala is such a rewarding dog to treat, especially when she makes it clear that she enjoys her sessions❤️