Recharge Veterinary Physiotherapy

11/09/2026

How often should you get your horse’s saddle checked? 🐴

There’s no single answer that works for every horse.

A saddle that fitted perfectly six months ago may fit very differently if your horse has gained or lost weight, developed muscle, had time off, changed their workload or is simply growing and changing shape.

For many horses, regular saddle checks are recommended, but it’s also important to pay attention to changes between those appointments.

Things like saddle slipping, changes in behaviour, resistance in ridden work or changes in muscle development are all worth investigating.

Your horse’s body doesn’t stay the same, so their saddle fit shouldn’t be something we set and forget.

And remember, saddle fitters and physiotherapists look at different parts of the picture. Monitoring your horse's movement, muscle development and posture alongside regular saddle checks can help identify changes early.

Don't forget our Painted Horse Workshop runs tomorrow, Saturday 12th September at . Click the link below to secure your spot!

https://rechargeveterinaryphysiotherapy.co.uk/painted-horse-workshop

09/09/2026

Let’s take a venue tour for our workshop this Saturday!

Our painted horse workshop will take place at the beautiful with our star of the show Cameo🦄

It’s not too late to join us this Saturday!

📅 Saturday 12th September 2026
🕚 11:00am
📍 Fairy Hall Animal Feeds, Rayne, Braintree
💷 £35 per person

Find out more details and book your place here:

https://rechargeveterinaryphysiotherapy.co.uk/painted-horse-workshop

04/09/2026

Getting older doesn't mean your cat has to stop doing the things they love. 🐱

Cats are incredibly good at adapting, which means mobility problems can be easy to miss. Instead of seeing an obvious limp, you might simply notice they're jumping less, sleeping somewhere different or taking a little longer to get around.

The good news is that small changes at home can make a big difference.

A step beside the sofa. A lower-entry litter tray. Non-slip rugs. A warm, accessible bed.

Sometimes making their environment easier to navigate is one of the simplest ways we can support comfort and independence as they get older.

Ageing is inevitable, but struggling to get around shouldn't simply be accepted as part of it. 🐾

02/09/2026

25/08/2026

Hydrotherapy vs physiotherapy… which one is better for your dog? 🐾

It’s a question many owners ask, especially after injury, surgery, or when their dog starts showing signs of slowing down.

The answer?

There isn’t one “best” option.

Both hydrotherapy and physiotherapy have their place, and the right choice depends on your dog’s individual needs.

Hydrotherapy can be fantastic for:

🐾 Reducing weight-bearing
🐾 Encouraging controlled movement
🐾 Building confidence with exercise

Physiotherapy can help with:

🐾 Strength and stability
🐾 Improving movement patterns
🐾 Addressing weakness and compensation
🐾 Building a stronger body for everyday life

Often, the best results come from combining both, using each tool for what your dog needs at that stage of their recovery.

Not sure which to choose? WhatsApp us: 07511806412

21/08/2026

1 month to go until our first ever Painted Horse workshop!🥳

Your horse can’t tell you what’s wrong… but their movement can.

Do you know how to read it? 🐴

Ever wondered why your horse finds one rein harder, struggles with lateral work, or finds certain movements more difficult? Or why saddle fit can have such a huge impact on how your horse moves?

Our Painted Horse Workshop is designed for horse owners and riders who want to understand what’s happening underneath the skin and how it affects movement.

🎨 We’ll paint the horse with key anatomical structures and muscles, so you can actually see what’s working as your horse moves.

🐎 We’ll then put the horse through movements including lunge work, lateral work and pole work, explaining which muscles and structures are under tension, what they’re doing, and how this can relate to the difficulties you may be seeing in your own horse.

💪 We’ll also demonstrate groundwork and strengthening exercises, showing you which muscles each exercise targets and how you can use them to help your horse develop strength, balance and better movement.

So, if you’ve ever asked:

“Why does my horse find one rein harder?”
“Why can’t my horse bend laterally?”
“Why does saddle fit matter so much?”
“Why does my horse struggle with this movement?”
…we’re here to help you understand why - and, most importantly, what you can do about it.

Come and see movement, anatomy and rehabilitation come to life. 🐴🎨💪

📅 Saturday 12th September 2026
🕚 11:00am
📍 Fairy Hall Animal Feeds, Rayne, Braintree
💷 £35 per person

Book your space now - we won’t run this workshop again at this price!💰

Book here: https://rechargeveterinaryphysiotherapy.co.uk/painted-horse-workshop

18/08/2026

Always lovely to visit gorgeous Archie, who I’ve been treating for nearly 4 years now!

Since he is a bouncy springer full of life I help his family to manage the arthritis in his elbows and tight, sore muscles this can cause.

Archie has a very strong ‘stranger danger’ instinct in the home and initially was not sure on me at all. Fast forward to today I am always greeted with a gift or shoe before he settles down for his zen time physio treatment🥰

15/08/2026

Your horse can’t tell you what’s wrong… but their movement can.

Do you know how to read it? 🐴

Ever wondered why your horse finds one rein harder, struggles with lateral work, or finds certain movements more difficult? Or why saddle fit can have such a huge impact on how your horse moves?

Our Painted Horse Workshop is designed for horse owners and riders who want to understand what’s happening underneath the skin and how it affects movement.

🎨 We’ll paint the horse with key anatomical structures and muscles, so you can actually see what’s working as your horse moves.

🐎 We’ll then put the horse through movements including lunge work, lateral work and pole work, explaining which muscles and structures are under tension, what they’re doing, and how this can relate to the difficulties you may be seeing in your own horse.

💪 We’ll also demonstrate groundwork and strengthening exercises, showing you which muscles each exercise targets and how you can use them to help your horse develop strength, balance and better movement.

So, if you’ve ever asked:
“Why does my horse find one rein harder?”
“Why can’t my horse bend laterally?”
“Why does saddle fit matter so much?”
“Why does my horse struggle with this movement?”

…we’re here to help you understand why - and, most importantly, what you can do about it.

Come and see movement, anatomy and rehabilitation come to life. 🐴🎨💪

📅 Saturday 12th September 2026
🕚 11:00am
📍 Fairy Hall Animal Feeds, Rayne, Braintree
💷 £35 per person

Book here: https://pay.sumup.com/b2c/QJKDMFHU

Just 8 spaces remaining, reserve yours now!

11/08/2026

NEW BLOG: Can physiotherapy help prevent spinal disc injury (IVDD) in dogs? 🐾

Spinal disc injury (IVDD) is something many owners worry about, particularly if you have a breed predisposed to spinal problems.

While physiotherapy can't guarantee your dog won't develop IVDD, there are things we can do to support a stronger, more resilient body.

In our latest blog, we look at IVDD, risk factors, the importance of strength and body condition, and how physiotherapy can support long-term spinal health.

Read the full blog via the link:
https://rechargeveterinaryphysiotherapy.co.uk/blog/f/can-physiotherapy-help-prevent-ivdd-in-dogs

06/08/2026

Muscles tell a story. 🐎

One of the first signs that something isn't quite right isn't always lameness, it's a subtle change in muscle development.

Perhaps one shoulder looks bigger than the other.
One hindquarter appears flatter.
The saddle keeps slipping to one side.
Or one rein has always felt "more difficult."

While no horse is perfectly symmetrical, significant differences in muscle development can be a clue that they're compensating for weakness, pain, poor movement patterns, or a previous injury.

The important thing is not to focus on making your horse look perfectly even. Instead, we want to understand why those differences have developed and whether they're affecting how your horse moves.

As physiotherapists, assessing muscle development forms a key part of every examination. By identifying areas of weakness, compensation and reduced muscle function early, we can create targeted treatment and exercise plans to help your horse move more comfortably and perform at their best.

Interested in finding out more about your horses muscles? We are holding a Painted Horse Workshop on the 12th September. Click the link below to head over to our website to find out more!

https://rechargeveterinaryphysiotherapy.co.uk/painted-horse-workshop