Shaun

Shaun - Initial Physiotherapy Assessment and Exercises 24-9-25 Shaun is an active and athletic horse who enjoys all round activities. He is lacking some impulsion and owner reports difficulties bending and occasionally picking up canter leads. Gait: Straight moving, narrow with the hindlimbs Same movement pattern seen in trot, no head nod seen or issues with foot balance (boots were on as recently lost a shoe). Turning shows right circle was difficult. Lack of crossing over with the hindlimb and more stilted through the head and neck. Palpation: Tendancy to elevate head and strain the lower neck muscles both sides, this has the effect of bracing the neck and making turning difficult. Tension also seen around the poll area at the root of this muscles. Care to be taken not to apply too much pressure here through leverage bits or draw reins/gadgets. Left trapezius is reactive and restricting shoulder mobility. Left side of the back is braced and spasming/reactive, this is extensive and is carried from the hip to the shoulder. Lack of hindlimb protractive ability, able to retract fairly well. Aim:    Improve impulsion Improve hindlimb flexibility Reduce neck compensation 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