Equine Physiotherapy
At Sussex Vet Rehab, we specialise in providing holistic, science-backed veterinary physiotherapy for horses across Sussex, Surrey, and Kent.
Whether your horse is recovering from injury, struggling with a chronic condition, or needs support to perform at its best, we offer professional, evidence-based treatment tailored to your horse’s individual needs.
What Is Equine Veterinary Physiotherapy?
Veterinary physiotherapy is a science-led approach to maintaining and restoring mobility, function, and overall wellbeing in animals. For horses, it plays a crucial role in rehabilitation from injury or surgery, managing performance issues, and preventing musculoskeletal problems before they arise.
Working alongside your vet, we use a combination of hands-on techniques, therapeutic equipment, and structured exercise programs to optimise your horse’s physical health.
Conditions We Can Help With
Veterinary physiotherapy can support a wide range of musculoskeletal and neurological issues.
At Sussex Vet Rehab, we can support horses experiencing:
- Back pain and poor performance
- Kissing spines (overriding dorsal spinous processes)
- Sacroiliac joint dysfunction
- Arthritis and degenerative joint disease (DJD)
- Tendon and ligament injuries (e.g. superficial digital flexor tendonitis, suspensory desmitis)
- Muscle strain or asymmetry
- Nerve injuries and neurological deficits
- Post-surgical rehabilitation
- Compensatory movement patterns from long-term lameness
- Gait abnormalities and stiffness
- Loss of strength or range of motion
With early intervention and a structured plan, physiotherapy can accelerate recovery, reduce pain, and support long-term soundness.
Our Equine Services
At Sussex Vet Rehab, we offer a comprehensive physiotherapy service tailored to your horse’s condition and goals:
Veterinary Physiotherapy
We begin with a thorough assessment of your horse’s posture, movement, and musculoskeletal health. Based on our findings, we apply a combination of manual therapies, including:
- Soft tissue mobilisation
- Joint mobilisations
- Trigger point therapy
- Myofascial release
- Passive and active stretching
These techniques relieve discomfort, improve mobility, and restore functional movement.
Sleip Gait Analysis
Sleip is a scientifically validated AI technology that measures movement with incredible accuracy detecting changes as small as 2mm. It provides stride-by-stride analysis, giving us a detailed picture of how your horse is really moving. With regular monitoring, we can establish a clear baseline for your horse’s unique movement patterns, making it easier to spot even the smallest changes over time.
This means we can:
- Detect subtle asymmetries and gait changes before they develop into obvious lameness
- Monitor your horse’s progress with precise, measurable data
- Support performance horses by identifying imbalances that may affect results
- Track rehabilitation and recovery with greater accuracy
- Provide you, the owner, with clear insights and peace of mind
By combining Sleip Gait Analysis with our physiotherapy expertise, we can deliver more targeted, tailored care for your horse. Catching issues early means better outcomes, improved performance, and happier, healthier horses.
Individualised Exercise Prescription
We design a bespoke exercise plan to support your horse’s rehabilitation or ongoing conditioning. This may include:
- Ground-based exercises
- Core strength and proprioception work
- Controlled stretching and strengthening routines
- Dynamic mobilisation techniques
Every program is carefully monitored and adapted as your horse progresses.
PEMF Therapy (Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Therapy)
PEMF is a non-invasive, pain-free treatment that supports healing at the cellular level. It’s especially effective for:
- Reducing inflammation and swelling
- Promoting circulation and tissue oxygenation
- Supporting tendon, ligament, and bone healing
- Managing chronic pain and stiffness
It is a safe and relaxing therapy, well-suited to horses of all ages and levels of work.
Pricelist
Equine Physiotherapy Services
Consultation & Treatment - £65.00
Includes full clinical assessment and treatment incorporating:
- Static Assessment
- Dynamic Assessment
- Palpation
- Passive Range of Motion
- Any relevant Orthopaedic or Neurological tests
- Full Treatment using Manual Therapies and PEMF
- Exercise Prescription
Consultation, Sleip Gait Analysis & Treatment - £85.00
Includes all of the above with the addition of Sleip Gait Analysis to provide objective data on your horse's movement.
Sleip Gait Analysis - £35.00
Scientifically validated AI technology that measures your horse's movement with incredible accuracy. Provides objective data on a straight line, on a circle and ridden if required.
Full detailed reports are provided after appointments for all services.
Who We Work With
We treat a wide range of horses, from elite performance athletes to beloved companions and those recovering from surgery or injury. We work under veterinary referral and in close collaboration with your vet to ensure safe, effective, and legally compliant care.
Book an Appointment
If your horse is struggling with pain, recovering from injury, or you’re looking to enhance their performance and prevent problems before they arise, we’re here to help.
Visit our Contact Page to book an assessment or find out more about our equine physiotherapy services.
Or, return to the Canine Services page if you're looking for physiotherapy support for your dog.