Penny

Penny – Physiotherapy Report and Exercises 24/9/24 Penny was seen for her initial consult on the 24/9/24. Penny is riding well and currently does local shows, flat work and polework with her owner. Shod on front feet. Saddle checked recently and bit and vet up to date. Difficulty right bend and heavier on this side. Posture: Penny has a neat head and well-set neck. Her shoulders are strong and well muscled with good coverage over her back. She tends to stand with her pelvis in extension giving the appearance of a flatter rump. Hindlimbs re quite straight. Gait: External rotation of right hind, left hind straight flight pattern. Landing is good both hindlimbs, a little narrow moving behind overall. Straight forelimbs. Undertracking 1 hoof length with the right hindlimb. In trot, initially reluctant but will trot, a little heavier on the forelimbs in terms of weight carrying. Undertracks in trot 1 hoof bilaterally. Turning right looks stilted in the neck and back. Left turn was good. Good rhythm, foot flight and placement left turn, right turn reduced foot flight and rhythm. Palpation: Restricted mid cervical spine right hand side, released off slight pressure. Spasming and tension around left trapezius and saddle tree points, left lumbar region, slightly spasming and restricted, right side was moderately spasming and trigger points location in lumbar region. Reduced gluteal mass (middle gluteal) indicating reduced or limited hip extension. Stronger right shoulder and bracing right hand side of the body. Previous ulcer concern, still reactive right hand side. Aims:    Soften and supple the neck through stretches Work on quality canter transitions and transitions within gaits to increase gluteal use Suppleness left and right sides evenly horsestohoundsphysio@gmail.com www.horsestohoundsphysio.co.uk 07729002162 horsestohoundsphysio@gmail.com www.horsestohoundsphysio.co.uk 07729002162 horsestohoundsphysio@gmail.com www.horsestohoundsphysio.co.uk 07729002162 horsestohoundsphysio@gmail.com www.horsestohoundsphysio.co.uk 07729002162 horsestohoundsphysio@gmail.com www.horsestohoundsphysio.co.uk 07729002162