Armstrong Physiotherapy

29/01/2026

This is the DEFRA consultation we have been waiting for to reform the Veterinary Surgeons Act 1966. It is for all stakeholders that are interested in animal healthcare, so for owners, and practitioners as well as training and welfare groups.
Please consider taking the time to read through and respond

🗓️ UPDATE 🗓️

RAMP welcomes the news today that DEFRA have launched a public consultation which includes proposals for the reform of the outdated Veterinary Surgeons Act 1966.

The consultation marks another step in our work to regulate the musculo-skeletal professions in animal practice. We would encourage all professional and owners to take time to review and respond to this consultation before March 25th 2026.

👉🏻 https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/reform-of-the-veterinary-surgeons-act-1966

25/01/2026

08/01/2026

What are your top tips for keeping your horse moving on these snow days? There are many different restrictions on horse management depending on where you keep your horse, so I expect you all have different routines to try and keep your horse healthy and happy when the weather reminds us we live in .

These are my suggestions

* try and allow some turnout if possible (I know it's not always possible)
* when turned out, place your forage and water away from each other so your horse has to move back and forth
* use warm water, flavoured water to encourage them to go to the water regularly. This keeps them moving, and helps reduce the risk of colic when they may be eating more dry forage and drinking less
*carrot stretches, also called dynamic mobilisation exercises, are so beneficial but especially so when your horse may be spending more time stabled.
* hand grooming, regularly remove rugs, and run your hands all over your horse as if you were grooming them. This allows you to check them over, but also acts as a gentle massage/something to do with your horse when you can't get out and ride.
*if you are able to ride when the temps are low make sure to extend your warm up and cool down times.

Let me know your own winter tips in the comments ☃️

DM the word CARROTS if you want to see my short video on carrot stretches

29/12/2025

This polework session worked really well today. Get in touch if you're interested in having a ridden physio appointment/exercise session.

Your horse must have already had an appointment with me for assessment and treatment planning.

23/12/2025

Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. 🎄

I have a few days off but am working 28th-30th December.

I will be back to usual working hours again from 5th January 2026.

20/12/2025

8 hours left to grab this discount for your 2026 Physio support for horse and rider 🏇💪

11/12/2025

Don't forget to grab this discount before 20th December. Get yourself organised for 2026 or this could be the perfect Christmas gift for your horsey other half! 🎄🎁✨️

01/12/2025

Well! I completely missed Black Friday and I know some of you were waiting for the discount to book for next year. So I have turned it into a December Discount this year.

This offer is available until midnight on 20th December 2025.

03/11/2025

Is anyone available on Wednesday morning this week or next week and able to travel to Rothienorman for a free sound therapy session? I start case studies for my training in tuning fork therapy in a couple of weeks. So currently just looking to add some practice sessions before then. It doesn't matter if you're into sound therapy, or a skeptic 😎

I will post more info on case studies very soon!

Sound therapy can be helpful for many different things. The vibrations from sound can be used to alter your mood, you'll know this from playing your favourite tunes up loud. Sound therapy can help with anxiety, fears, phobias, unhelpful beliefs, negative self talk, overthinking, pain, to list just a few.

This is not related to Physiotherapy practice it's a completely different therapy that I am enjoying learning. I will have a separate qualification, registration and insurance for this.

Send me a message if you would like to come and see how it works 😎🎶

26/10/2025

Pilates

I'm almost back to work after some annual leave. Just a quick update on classes before I forget.

I have space available in Turriff we have classes every Wednesday evening at St Ninians & Forlgen Church during term time.

5.30pm 1 space
6.30pm 3 spaces
7.30pm 3 spaces

Send me a message to book a space, we start again this week - 29th October.

Suitable for beginners and improvers, also suitable to those looking for help with suitable exercise for a variety of health conditions. I am a Chartered Physiotherapist and can adjust the exercise and workload to suit your needs in class.

10/10/2025

I am now on leave until 25th October, I hope to be able to reply to all messages by 28th October. 😎

08/10/2025

Rider clinics with Pam Millar Dressage coming up 😎