SVS Veterinary physiotherapy

21/12/2025

A polite reminder for all invoices to be paid on time please 😊
tomorrow will be my last day this week , I am however back for the week commencing 29th 😊

19/12/2025

This handsome chap feeling a little licket drunk from his session 😊🐎🐎🐎

10/12/2025

04/12/2025

I have a couple of dates still left for December ,
Tuesday 16th
Wednesday 17th 🐎🐎🐶🐶

18/11/2025

This beautiful girl is having some rehab sessions at the moment , very nice looking horse with some seriously large strides ! 🐎🐎

27/10/2025

Asking very politely for a treat after her session !
This pretty girl has been having weekly sessions with the ultrasound after a tendon injury to help encourage healing and limit scar tissue , she’s now a pro with her sessions ! 🐎🐎

13/10/2025

December bookings 😊 I am working through most of December with the exception of 23rd -27th . Please do let me know preference for days if needing a session through December so I can get you a convenient slot 😊🐎🐶

07/10/2025

💡 What it does:

This thin sheet of muscle lies just beneath the skin and covers much of the horse’s body. It’s connected to the skin, rather than to bones, allowing the horse to move its skin independently.

⚙️ How it works:

When sensory nerves in the skin detect a tickle, fly, or irritation, they trigger a reflex contraction of the fly shaker muscle. This causes the skin to twitch — often seen rippling across the flank or shoulder.

🏇 Why it matters:

It helps protect horses from biting insects.
It can be useful to observe during physiotherapy or bodywork — reduced or uneven skin twitching may indicate nerve dysfunction or muscle tension.
It demonstrates how finely tuned a horse’s nervous system is in responding to sensory input.
The fly shaker muscle is also especially important in tack fitting.
This muscle lies directly under the skin and covers much of the barrel and back:
Poorly fitting tack can restrict its movement
Constant pressure can cause irritation or desensitisation
A healthy, responsive fly shaker muscle indicates good comfort and nerve mobility under the saddle
Ensuring proper saddle fit helps maintain this muscle’s normal function — supporting comfort and performance.

🐴 Fun fact:

This reflex is so precise that a horse can twitch just one small area of skin without moving the rest of its body — a remarkable example of muscular control and nerve coordination!
👉 Understanding the fly shaker muscle can help us appreciate just how sensitive and responsive horses’ bodies are — an important consideration during handling, grooming, and physiotherapy.

01/10/2025

I have a couple of sessions available for next week , Monday 6th at 12pm , Wednesday 8th 1pm 🐎🐎🐶🐶

15/09/2025

Sometimes as a therapist , things don’t quite work the way you would like so we need to think outside the box to keep the horse happy . Here’s one of those outside the box moments , this horse has a fab owner who will keep me informed with feedback so we can adjust if necessary 🐎🐎

13/09/2025

Day 5 – Blue Light Therapy
Blue light therapy works at the skin’s surface, making it especially effective for wounds and dermatological conditions.

🔹 Common uses: hotspots, infections, wound care, and post-surgical site management.

It promotes skin healing and helps reduce irritation or infection risk.

12/09/2025

Day 4 – Red Light Therapy
Red light therapy penetrates into soft tissues, stimulating repair and reducing stiffness.

🔹 Common uses: arthritis, tendon and ligament injuries, wound healing, and chronic pain conditions.

It is a gentle, non-invasive option that supports natural healing processes within the body.