Physio, osteopathy, bodywork and rehab — keep them sound and moving well.
Victoria Rhodes provides McTimoney chiropractic and massage therapy for horses and dogs in Derbyshire and surrounding areas. McTimoney treatment addresses alignment and mobility of the spine and pelvis. Equine massage therapy uses a range of techniques to stimulate blood flow. Victoria holds a degree in Equine Sports Science from Nottingham Trent University.
Saffron Loasby is an equine sports massage and rehabilitation therapist based in South Yorkshire. She holds a BSc in Equestrian Psychology and Sports Science and an MRes in Equine Health and Welfare. She also holds a Level 5 Certificate in Equine Nutrition. Her massage work aims to improve muscle tone, range of movement and comfort.
High Hopes Riding for the Disabled Group is a charity in Aughton. It gives children and adults with physical and learning disabilities the chance to ride horses. Sessions aim to build confidence and improve physical wellbeing.
Horsfall Veterinary Physiotherapy provides physiotherapy for horses and dogs, and other species. Physiotherapist Nicole holds a BSc Hons in Veterinary Physiotherapy from Moreton Morrell College. Each session starts with a static and dynamic assessment followed by manual therapies and tailored exercise programmes. She works within a 20 mile radius of Chesterfield.
Empowering Equine is a Community Interest Company delivering Equine Facilitated Learning across Cheshire and Greater Manchester. Its programmes support children and young people with SEND, SEMH needs, trauma, anxiety and emotional regulation difficulties. It also runs an alternative education provision combining equine facilitated learning, horse care and forest school. Sessions are led by a qualified senior EFL practitioner with an NHS physiotherapy background and her herd of ponies.
Sanctuary that cares for neglected and abused horses and ponies and rehomes them through adoption and sponsorship. It can care for up to 12 horses and now offers equine-assisted psychotherapy sessions.
MAXCRYO offers whole-body cryotherapy for horses using sub-zero cold air in a dedicated chamber. Treatment aims to reduce pain and inflammation and support recovery for competition horses and horses in rehabilitation. It also offers hands-on body work and training consultations on conditioning and recovery.
Louise Brown is a Certified Masterson Method practitioner offering equine bodywork. She is based in Wilmslow, Cheshire and travels to clients. Services include Masterson Method bodywork sessions and bespoke packages. Her focus is biomechanics and rehabilitation for competition horses and family ponies.
Pain Free North West offers the Bowen Technique and scar therapy for people in New Mills and Wilmslow. Equine Bowen is offered at clients' yards across Derbyshire, Cheshire and nearby areas. The practitioner also teaches Bowen CPD courses.
Horse and Rider Therapy is run by sports therapist Heidi Wood in Glossop, Derbyshire. She offers sports massage and therapy for people and horses, qualified in equine massage, Equine Touch and Reiki. She also runs Equipilates classes and assesses rider position and saddle fit.
Pegasus RDA is a volunteer-run Riding for the Disabled Association group in South Manchester. It offers horse riding and horse care sessions to children and adults with disabilities. Sessions run on Sunday mornings at North Cheshire Equestrian Centre in Carrington, with up to four riders per 30-minute session. Riders work in groups of similar ability.
WiseHooves offers life coaching with horses and nature near Marple Bridge. Clients work one to one with its two horses in equine facilitated learning sessions of 60 or 90 minutes. Nature-based coaching sessions are also available.
Herd Together is a mother-and-daughter community interest company offering equine-facilitated therapeutic support. It works with people aged 13 and over with mental health needs, neurodiversity or learning differences. Sessions involve its herd of horses and donkeys.
Margaret Haes Riding Centre is a charity riding centre providing horse riding opportunities for disabled people. It offers group, semi-private and private lessons in indoor and outdoor schools for all abilities. Lessons are taught by BHS accredited coaches, and riders can use their own horse or one of the centre's. Anyone from four years old can ride, and volunteers are welcome from age 13.
Top Form Veterinary Physiotherapy provides mobile physiotherapy for horses, dogs and cats across Lincolnshire. The practitioner, Olivia, is a Level 7 qualified veterinary physiotherapist registered with RAMP and IRVAP. Equine services include initial consultations, follow-up appointments, mobility and performance assessments and laser therapy packages. The practice works alongside owners and veterinary surgeons.
Carriage Driving For our Community is a community interest company offering inclusive carriage driving lessons. It works with people with disabilities, non-visible conditions, neurodiversity and health challenges. Members learn with qualified tuition and experienced horses and can progress to competitive Carriage Driving Trials. It also offers leisure carriage journeys through the local area.
HMK Equine Massage Therapy is run by Hannah Krieg, a level 5 equine massage therapist trained by the Equine Massage Academy. She offers remedial and sports massage for horses in North West England and North Wales. Hannah holds a B.Sc. in Equine Studies from Bishop Burton College.
Olivia Rushton Veterinary Physiotherapy is a veterinary physiotherapy service in Merseyside for horses and dogs. Olivia holds a Post-Graduate Diploma in Veterinary Physiotherapy from the University of Nottingham. Equine sessions include a history, a full gait assessment, palpation of the musculature and range-of-motion assessment. Each session comes with an exercise prescription plan and a full report.
Emil Prendergast Equine Dentistry is an equine dental service covering North Wales, Cheshire and surrounding areas. Emil Prendergast is a Cat 1 & 2 qualified equine dental technician and a full member of the WorldWide Association of Equine Dentistry. Services include routine rasping and floating, full oral examinations and power tool treatment. Both power tools and hand tools are used.
Equine Infrared provides thermal imaging for horses, based near Cottingham, East Yorkshire, and covering the UK on scheduled regional visits. Scans help detect and monitor soft tissue damage, inflammation and early lameness. It offers one-off scans, wellness, competition and rehabilitation programmes for owners and trainers.
Howden Community Stables is a not-for-profit community interest company at Howden Equestrian Centre near Goole, affiliated with Riding for the Disabled. It offers riding lessons, non-ridden horse sessions, equine facilitated learning and mechanical horse sessions for disabled and neurodivergent riders. It also runs holiday pony days and BHS award training.
Victoria Cottam provides routine equine dental care and horse care services around Penistone and South Yorkshire. Dental work includes removing sharp enamel points, correcting minor hooks and dental charting, with referral to a vet where needed. She also offers short-term horse care such as feeding, turnout and welfare checks.
Dial Wood Carriage Driving for the Disabled is an RDA group at Flockton, between Huddersfield and Wakefield, founded in 1998. Disabled participants can learn carriage driving and horse care, receive riding therapy, or be taken for carriage drives. It also runs pony therapy and education sessions.
Whinny Wise is a charity offering horse assisted talking therapies to improve mental health. Coaching and counselling sessions take place outdoors in a field, stable or arena with a horse present. It offers a programme of four free sessions.
