11/11/2025
Exercises form a key part of any physiotherapy treatment and rehab programme, for any species of animal....
Something that seems as straightforward as stepping over a line of poles will have huge benefits if done regularly over a period of time.
Clients often express that they have difficulty finding the time to do physiotherapy exercises with their horses.
This can be down to a mix of practical and psychological factors. Most of us already juggle work and busy lives, but the key is to
finding a structure so that the exercises have a natural place within your daily routine.
The other principle is to keep the exercises simple, they do not have to be complicated involving multiple poles and expensive equipment. Stepping over a line of poles will help improve the blood flow through muscles, joints and other soft tissue structures, improving flexibility and strength. It will also help with coordination, movement and balance. Improvements to posture, strength and flexibility are also seen.
Having a line of poles to walk over every time you leave your horse in and out, the field seems very basic but will have significant benefits.
