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Free Stride Veterinary Physiotherapy

BSc (Hons) GSR, PgD Vet Phys, MNAVP

19/05/2026

I cannot stress this enough that Physiotherapy is NOT a quick fix. It is also NOT a replacement for proper vet care ‼️

If your dog won’t put a leg down, or your horse is clearly “head nodding” during movement, you need veterinary intervention first for pain relief and diagnostics. Physiotherapy is not effective without knowing the injury in which to treat. Yes it can help complex diagnostics to pin point an issue, but that’s by working with a vet.

Physiotherapy is to ensure longevity of physical function. It is for prehab AND rehab. Aka to condition an animal to prevent injury and be fit for function (whether that be sporting purposes or for leisure animals to compensate for their physical “faults”); and if an injury does occur, to help ensure optimal healing and prevent further injury ❤️‍🩹

This takes time, it can take at least 6 weeks to start to build muscle and create a physical change in movement and posture. During this time an animal needs regular reassessment to ensure the conditioning plan is effective and the animal is progressing (as every one is different and needs individual care!).

So moral of the story is…don’t expect a one session fix, and you have to put the effort in between sessions too to ensure the entire holistic approach is effective.

If you’d like to know more, get in touch, I’m always happy to chat!
📲 07738510373
📧 [email protected]
💻 www.fouramigosvetphysio.co.uk
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10/05/2026

Strengthening Sunday 💪🐴

A little session with my own girl today, focusing on strength, balance and body awareness through a combination of polework, mobilisations and engagement exercises. These exercises are low-impact and brilliant for improving core stability, posture, hind end engagement and overall movement quality — all while keeping things varied and fun for the horse! ✨

A great reminder that groundwork and ridden work go hand in hand when it comes to keeping our horses feeling and performing at their best. 🐎

15/04/2026

The Hyoid Apparatus 🦴

Tension in the TMJ and neck is a common focus in discussion and treatment—but we often hear less about the hyoid apparatus (often described as a small “wishbone” structure, and a very sensitive area!).

The horse’s body functions as an integrated biomechanical system, not as isolated parts. This basically means that sometimes discomfort showing in the base of neck (or even the hindend) may actually be coming from the jaw.

Muscles that attach from the hyoid attach to the shoulder, sternum and to the forelimbs (Omothyroid, Omohyoid, Sternohyoid). When these muscles become tight or overactive, they can restrict movement and contribute to discomfort. Disfunction of the ventral muscle chain (I will do a post of muscles chains soon!) can create further tension, resulting in changes in movement patterns.

The tongue (which is a muscle) is attached to the hyoid apparatus. Gentle release work in this area can encourage relaxation and help resolve any tension.

06/04/2026

I’m a bit (very) late to the New Year (thank you for keeping me so busy that my social media has been on the back burner!), I’m so grateful — I’ve been doing what I love for almost 5 years now. After quite a number of new clients recently, I realised I’ve never properly done an “Introduction” post, so here’s a little about how I became a fully qualified Veterinary Physiotherapist.

My journey started in 2015 with a degree in Sport Rehabilitation (for humans), where I studied anatomy, biomechanics, and injury management, and gained hands-on skills in assessment, treatment, and exercise-based rehab. Along the way, I added qualifications in Medical Acupuncture, Sports Massage, and Kinesiology Taping, graduating with First Class BSc (Hons) in 2018.

After graduating, I completed the short course to become an Equine Sports Massage & Rehabilitation Therapist with Equissage Europe.

Wanting to expand my scope further, in September 2019 I enrolled in a Veterinary Physiotherapy post graduate degree. Like my human degree, it included in-depth study of anatomy, pathophysiology, and biomechanics — but applied to equine and small animals — alongside advanced manual, practical, and clinical reasoning skills.

While I no longer treat humans, that foundation was crucial for developing my ‘feel’ and understanding with the way the muscluloskeletal system works - understanding I now use comparatively with animals.

And as you can see from this long post (Sorry! And thank you if you’ve made it this far!🫣😅), I’m so passionate about my job and learning. I continually update my skills through CPD and through collaboration with vets, other vet physios, chiros, trainers, saddle fitters, and other professionals — creating a truly multi-disciplinary animal-first approach 🐴🐶🐱.

If you’ve got questions about qualifications, rehab, recovery, or just curious about what vet physio involves, drop me a message — I’m always happy to chat! 😊

01/03/2026

I’m really pleased to be a member of the National Association of Veterinary Physiotherapists (NAVP) for another year!

By choosing an NAVP member you are assured that they:

1. Have qualified via a recognised accredited training programme
2. Carry appropriate professional and public liability insurance
3. Work in accordance with current legislation alongside your veterinary surgeon, and also in close conjunction with members of other related professions such as farriers, saddle fitters, trainers etc.
4. Are required to work within a professional code of conduct and ethics
5. Are required to continually maintain and enhance their skills post-qualification by completing appropriate programmes of continued professional development (CPD) annually in order to be able to maintain their membership status.

19/11/2025

Not wanting to ride because of the change in weather? Walking in hand over some poles is a perfect way to keep your horse moving when it’s cold and damp. Walk poles aid in lifting the back and engaging the core, improving balance and coordination, increasing joint range of motion, muscle strength and helping joint health - lots of benefits for a simple, quick and easy exercise! 💪

04/08/2025

Taped up and ready to roll... literally! I love this Kinesiology tape that holds up to the realities of equine life - even the post-treatment mud bath!

Equine K Taping UK

26/06/2025

Feeling super grateful to all my clients this month - June has been a very busy! 🌟

July and August are starting to fill up quickly. If your animal is due please get in touch sooner rather than later for an appointment - Thank you!🗓️

02/06/2025

Sponsoring our class - Long & Wiry Coat - is Free Stride Veterinary Physiotherapy! 🐴🐶🐱

Domini (BSc (Hons), GSR, PgD Vet Phys, MNAVP) at Free Stride Veterinary Physiotherapy offers a range services varying from general maintenance aiming to target aches, pains, strains and compensatory movement patterns to more specific pre-habilitation or rehabilitation following injury or surgery.

Do you know the common signs that your animal may need Physiotherapy?
🩵Stiffness, soreness or reduced performance
🩵Behavioural problems on the ground or under saddle
🩵Reduced muscle mass or poor posture
🩵Just generally not feeling their usual selves

Any questions or queries or to book in, contact Domini on 07586 470548!

18/05/2025

I’ve had a super busy and informative day attending the Equine Kinesiology Taping course ran by Equine K Taping UK. It was a wonderful day learning some new skills as well as working alongside other knowledgeable therapists.

So I can now offer Kinesiology taping within my sessions too 💪

Kinesiology Taping helps with;
🔹Muscle activation and relaxation
🔸Fascia restrictions
🔹Providing stabilisation
🔸Lymphatic drainage and inflammation
🔹Pain relief and decompression

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