Chiropractic

Dr Holland specialises in chiropractic assessment and treatment.

Musculoskeletal dysfunctions often result in inflexibility, tension or pain. These issues can restrict movement and impact internal function, thereby compromising the overall performance of your horse. Chiropractic can relieve discomfort and help regain function in the back, neck and pelvis. It offers an effective treatment for acute and chronic musculoskeletal problems, tension and stiffness. It is commonly used to treat disorders of the sacroiliac joint, kissing spine pain, back pain associated with lameness and orthopaedic issues, neck issues and aid post-surgery recovery. Restrictions can cause schooling issues such as cantering on the leg, lateral work problems, issues with bending your horse and problems with your bit to name but a few. Some visceral issues, such as colic and COPD, can be improved but will only be looked at after primary veterinary care assessment and workup has been completed. This drug free treatment offers fantastic pain relief for competition horses.

Dr Holland, who is an Internationally Certified Veterinary Chiropractor, will begin the treatment by conducting a thorough evaluation of your horse. You will be asked to provide a detailed account of your horse's medical history. If necessary, being a Veterinary Surgeon she can look at your horses Veterinary Images ensuring she has the full clinical picture. Its posture will be examined, and a veterinary assessment of its gait will be conducted. A ridden assessment is available on request. Following a comprehensive full body biomechanical review, your horse will receive chiropractic adjustments as required. A maintenance plan will then be offered, tailored to your horse’s needs along with a digital home exercise programme as necessary.

Chiropractic can help with the following problems:

  • Sacroiliac Joint Disease

  • Poor Performance

  • Enhancing Performance Ability In Sports Horses

  • Post Surgery

  • General Back Pain

  • Chronic Musculoskeletal Problems

  • Acute Problems, Such As Tension Or Stiffness

  • Kissing Spines

  • Maintaining Soundness In Older Animals

  • Complementary Treatment For Chronic Lameness, Such As Tendon Problems, OsteoArthritis, Navicular Syndrome Etc

  • Mare And Foals (Foals Can Be Adjusted From 1 Week Of Age)

  • Reproductive Problems

  • Some Visceral Issues, Such As Colic, COPD

  • Traumas, Such As A Fall

  • As An Alternative For Horses That Require Pain Relief For Minor Ailments That Would Be Unable To Compete Under Regulations That Prohibit Drug Use Such As Phenylbutazone.

Chiropractic is not a substitute for traditional veterinary services. However, it is frequently used as a highly effective complementary therapy for musculoskeletal disorders. It is suitable for horses of all ages. This treatment may be offered in conjunction with other therapies.