If your horse is showing inconsistent movement, reluctance under saddle, persistent tension, frequent tripping, difficulty bending, behavior changes, or declining performance, rehabilitation is often the most appropriate first step. Many early signs of discomfort appear before obvious lameness, and rehab helps uncover and address the underlying physical contributors—not just the symptoms.

Absolutely. Rehabilitation is a specialty service that works alongside your horse’s primary veterinarian, not in place of them. We maintain open communication from the start, follow veterinary recommendations, and involve your vet in progress updates, imaging considerations, and any changes that may require medical evaluation.

We work collaboratively with your trainer to ensure your horse returns to their regular program with better balance, comfort, and clarity. Rehabilitation is meant to support your existing team—not replace it. When your horse is ready, we provide transition notes and exercises so your trainer can seamlessly continue the work.

Program length depends on the horse’s condition, history, and goals. Some horses benefit from 4–6 weeks of structured work; others require longer for complex injuries, neurologic conditions, or significant muscular imbalance. After our initial consultation, we will provide a recommended timeline and adjust it as your horse progresses.

Yes. Horses with Shivers or Stringhalt often benefit from calm, systematic work that supports balance, proprioception, and consistent movement patterns. While these conditions cannot be “cured,” many horses improve in comfort, coordination, and confidence with the right approach. We tailor each program based on the horse’s presentation and veterinary guidance.

Yes—when guided by a veterinarian. Many ECVM or cervical-affected horses benefit from structured in-hand and ridden work that supports alignment, balance, straightness, and confidence. We work closely with Kinetic Equine Medicine, whose Soundness Center is on-site, and with your regular veterinarian to ensure the horse’s program aligns with diagnostic findings and medical recommendations.

Yes, once your horse has been medically cleared by their veterinarian to begin light work. We do not provide post-operative wound care, bandage changes, medication administration, or stall rest management.

Our role begins after the acute recovery phase, when your veterinarian determines it is safe for the horse to start rebuilding strength, posture, and movement. We then follow your veterinarian’s recommendations and design a progressive plan to help your horse comfortably return to work.

If your horse has a recent diagnosis, treatment plan, or ongoing veterinary care, we ask that you share that information before beginning. Horses without a current evaluation may benefit from an exam through their primary veterinarian or Kinetic Equine Medicine to ensure we start from an informed, safe, and well-aligned place.