Penny

Penny – Physiotherapy Report and Exercises 19/1/26 Penny was seen for her initial consult on the 24/9/24. Difficulty with right bend and heavier on this side when ridden. Saddle checked and owner reports reluctant to move forwards. Last seen 2024. Recent splint RF. Posture: Penny has lost some muscle tone since I last saw her especially over her right shoulder. She has straight hindlimb conformation and posture which does increase suspensory strain in the hindlimbs, shod on the hindlimbs which is good for heel support here. Back is straight and forelimbs placed well under the body. 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. Tail held significantly left. 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, not released today as lower back was larger concern. In the left lumbar region, slightly spasming and restricted, right side was moderately spasming and trigger points location in lumbar region extending into right gluteal and caudal 3 ribs. Reduced gluteal mass indicating reduced or limited hip extension. Stronger left shoulder and bracing right hand side of the body. Lacking quadriceps and stifle supporting musculature. Overall: Penny has work to do to increase muscle mass, this cannot be achieved through altering her forelimb/neck position as she is braced here to compensate for the hindlimb biomechanics. Her back pain and restricted hindlimbs make propulsion difficult resulting in “running” forwards on to the shoulder. Progress can be made. She is a lovely girl and will do well with 3 monthly checks. Aims: • • • • Soften and supple the neck through stretches Release the back # Strengthen the quadriceps Improve hindlimb retraction 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