Hunts Hill Chartered Physiotherapist

Hunts Hill Chartered Physiotherapist Chartered Physiotherapist specialising in rider, canine and equine musculoskeletal conditions based in the Leicestershire area.

Professional, reliable and effective physiotherapy for you, your dogs and your horses. Hunts Hill Physio was established and is run by Maxine Cooch. Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP), the Health Care Professionals Council (HCPC), the Association of Chartered Physiotherapists in Animal Therapy (ACPAT), and on the Register of Animal Musculoskeletal Practitioners (RAMP)

"I understand the challenges that you may face with your animals when trying to overcome injury. I have rehabilitated my own horse from several tendon injuries and I know how frustrating it can be, sometimes you feel you take one step forward and two steps back . But with my help you can achieve your goals and get back in the saddle in no time at all"

⭐ My passion with horses started at a young age. I grew up in Essex and after years of riding lessons I had a horse on ...
09/02/2026

⭐ My passion with horses started at a young age. I grew up in Essex and after years of riding lessons I had a horse on part loan. The owner of the yard she was kept at told me I could keep my horse at the yard for free in exchange for working there at weekends. A comment my parents never really forgive her for🙈

So I got my first horse, a 4 year old Welsh Sec. D. In hindsight not the best first horse 🙈

We had a lot of growing up to do and it was a steep learning curve. But as such we had the best partnership.

At 8 years old she succumbed to her first injury, and annular ligament tear, we rehabbed and got back into full work 🙌

2 years on she had a deep flexer tendon tear on the other side, followed by a superficial flexor tendon tear on the same side 🤦

🐎Once again we rehabbed her back to ridden work, although I never competed in jumping again. The vet who treated advised becoming an ACPAT physio. So that's what I did.

I qualified as a physiotherapist in 2009 and in 2014 qualified as a Vet Physio.

📍We moved to Leicestershire in 2010, to start my first physio job at UHL, the hacking here was far superior to where we were in Essex, so we had some of the best rides up here.

I started the business in 2013, initially to cover my human practice before gradually increasing my animal work.

I retired Tess after the birth of my first son and I sadly lost her just after COVID after the birth of my second son.

I was lucky enough to keep her in a paddock at Hunts Hill near Bradgate Park, where she lived her best life.

She is utterly irreplacable for me, but I will never say never to getting another horse. 🫶

⁉️Questions? Let me know in the comments. ⬇️

😅 Look how happy everyone is
08/02/2026

😅 Look how happy everyone is

🛑 Static stretching isn’t the warm-up hero you might think. Holding a stretch before riding might feel productive… but i...
06/02/2026

🛑 Static stretching isn’t the warm-up hero you might think.

Holding a stretch before riding might feel productive… but it’s not doing what you think.

Here’s why 👇
• Static stretches temporarily reduce muscle strength & power
• They don’t prep your nervous system for movement
• They don’t significantly lower injury risk before training

Translation?
👉 You might actually feel looser but perform worse.

What works better 💡
✅ Dynamic warm-ups (think movement, not holding)
✅ Activating the muscles you’re about to use
✅ Saving static stretching for after massage/trigger point release and muscle energy techniques

Static stretching isn’t bad — it’s just misunderstood.
Use the right tool at the right time 🧠💪

Need help?

Get in contact ⬇️

📞07779003359
🖥️info@huntshillphysio
📍 Leicestershire and surrounding areas

MovementScience

03/02/2026

Poles on a fan 🔄🐎
Small setup, BIG benefits.

Using poles laid out on a fan is a simple but powerful exercise for horses of all levels. The changing distances and height can encourage your horse to think, adjust, and engage with every step.

✨ Benefits include:
• Improved balance and coordination
• Increased joint flexion and strength
• Better proprioception (body awareness)
• Builds strength without drilling or boredom

Because each stride is slightly different, your horse can’t go on autopilot — they have to stay mentally present while using their body correctly. Perfect for flatwork days, rehab work, or adding variety to your routine.

Slow, intentional, and effective. Less miles, more quality. 💪🐴

Proprioception SoundHorse TrainSmarter

03/02/2026

A quick reminder to our lovely clients 🐶🐴
From 1st April 2026, we’ll be making a small price adjustment to our veterinary physiotherapy services.

This ensures we can keep delivering the best possible care and support for your animals.

As always, thank you for trusting us with their wellbeing—it means the world to us 💙

📍New costs are as follows:

🐎Equine initial and routine appointments
Maxine £85
Amie £70

🐎💪Equine Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation
Maxine £199
Amie £180

🐎🦴💪Equine Rehabilitation Package
Maxine £550
Amie £499

🐎🐕Equine/ Canine Day Rate
£475

🐕Canine Home Visits
Maxine £85
Amie £70

Prices are inclusive of travel time and fuel costs 😊

Warm regards,

Maxine and Amie

02/02/2026

💪Strengthening your posterior (back) chain of muscles can really help with controlling your upper body when going up and over fences.

🐎This means you rely less on your hands and thereby interfer less with your horse as they are trying to stretch over the fence.

🦴It may even mean that your less likely to fall off 😅

🙌 A win win for everyone

⬇️Comment below if you feel you need help with your strength work.

📍We can help you pick the right bits to work on

30/01/2026

Equine Therapist of the Year sponsored by Equicantis

Behind many happy, comfortable horses is a skilled equine therapist quietly doing the work, improving movement, supporting recovery, and helping horses feel and perform at their best.

This award is about recognising those equine therapists who put horse welfare first. They take the time to really understand each horse, work alongside vets and owners, and make a genuine difference through their hands-on care.

Whether they work independently, run a one-person practice, or support yards and riding schools across the country, equine therapists play a vital role in keeping horses healthy and comfortable.

If you know an equine therapist who goes above and beyond, someone you trust with your horse, who explains what they’re doing and why, and who truly cares, we’d love to hear about them.
Nominations are now open for Equine Therapist of the Year, sponsored by Equicantis.

👉 Please share this post, tag an equine therapist in the comments and nominate someone who deserves recognition via our website

⭐Hear me out ⭐I'm not saying you should NEVER do these things. BUT in the first 6 weeks or so I would avoid these and do...
22/01/2026

⭐Hear me out ⭐

I'm not saying you should NEVER do these things. BUT in the first 6 weeks or so I would avoid these and do this 👇 instead.

Instead of
❌ Raised poles
Do
✅ Focus on straightness

Instead of
❌ Underwater Treadmill
Do
✅Focus on establishing a long and low frame

Instead of
❌ Pelvic reflexes
Do
✅ Focus on strengthening the pelvic and core muscles using baited/ carrot stretchs.

⁉️QUESTIONS

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21/01/2026

We love it when the dogs who visit us have a great time

Skye has hip dysplasia and has recently started attending physio after her vets referred her

If your dog has hip dysplasia, the right kind of exercise can actually help, not hurt! 🌟

✨ Benefits of exercise for dogs with hip dysplasia:
✔️ Strengthens muscles that support the hip joints
✔️ Improves stability and balance
✔️ Helps maintain a healthy weight (less stress on joints!)
✔️ Reduces stiffness and improves mobility
✔️ Boosts mental health and overall happiness

Low-impact activities like short, controlled walks, swimming, and gentle strengthening exercises are ideal for protecting sore hips while keeping your pup active. Always go at your dog’s pace and follow guidance from your vet or canine rehab professional.

A moving dog is a happier, healthier dog 🐕💙

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Mountsorrel
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Wednesday 8am - 8pm
Thursday 8am - 8pm
Friday 8am - 8pm

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