Complete Performance Physiotherapy

17/04/2026

Anyone interested in the bloodstock world would learn huge amounts from some of the best in the business. It’s also a beautiful place to work with a fantastic, friendly & hard working team 😁

YEARLING PREP STAFF WANTED

We are seeking yearling prep staff to help prepare our yearlings for the Tattersalls October Yearling Sales in 2026. Applicants must have a good level of horsemanship and be eligible to work in the UK. Ideally the position is from July to October 2026 inclusive. After the sales, other job opportunities with the stud may be offered if you are interested in furthering your career with us.

Please apply in confidence with a CV and covering letter to:
Karina Byrne, HR Manager karina@newsells-park.com

Visit our website more information

12/04/2026

For those of you looking to buy a massage pad, some independent research out there…

09/04/2026

✨ Pls 📧 CV’s to: ekteaching@outlook.com ✨

09/04/2026

✨ Spaces Available From Next Week ✨

I now have availability for rehabilitation, conditioning, and freelance grooming services 🐎

Do you have a horse that:
• Is recovering from injury or needs rehabilitation?
• Is struggling with soreness, stiffness, or mobility?
• Would benefit from in-yard rehab rather than being sent away?

With 10 years’ experience in rehabilitation and a BSc in Sports Therapy & Rehabilitation, I offer tailored, professional care designed around your horse’s individual needs — all from the comfort of your own yard.

I also offer freelance grooming services, providing:
• High standards of care
• Reliability and attention to detail
• The reassurance that your horse is treated as if it were my own

For performance horses:
• Improving condition and muscle development
• Addressing muscle atrophy or asymmetry
• Supporting overall performance and wellbeing

📩 Message me for more details or to book a space
(Details below)

08/04/2026

It’s that time of year…!

🐴 Is Your Horse at Risk? The "Silent" Threat Every Owner Needs to Know

Laminitis isn't just "sore feet”, it’s a medical emergency that can change a horse's life in a matter of hours. Understanding the causes of laminitis is the first step in prevention.

Check out this breakdown of the primary triggers every equestrian should have memorized:

🚩Grain Overload - High starch and sugar intake can cause a massive bacterial shift in the hindgut, releasing toxins into the bloodstream.
🚩Lush Pasture - That "spring flush" is packed with fructans. Rapid intake is a one-way ticket to hoof inflammation.
🚩Endocrinopathy - Conditions like EMS (Equine Metabolic Syndrome) or PPID (Cushing’s) are leading causes of chronic laminitis.
🚩Systemic Illness:- Sepsis or severe toxemia (from things like retained afterbirth or colic) can trigger a "storm" in the laminae.
🚩Excess Limb Loading - When one leg is injured, the "good" leg takes all the weight. This mechanical strain can lead to supporting Limb Laminitis.
🚩Steroid Medication - While often necessary for treatment, prolonged or high-dose corticosteroid use requires strict veterinary oversight.

Prevention is the Best Cure

You can’t always see it coming, but you can lower the odds:
1. Watch the Diet: Monitor carb intake and use grazing muzzles if needed.
2. Manage Health: Work with your vet to test for underlying metabolic issues.
3. Act Fast: If your horse is "walking on eggshells" or has a pounding digital pulse, call the vet immediately.

Knowledge saves horses. Share this post to help a fellow horse owner spot the signs before it’s too late! 🐎💨

07/04/2026

Very pertinent for this time of year!

04/04/2026

PLEASE DON'T DO THIS!

Take your horse to an hour-long polework lesson or clinic that involves trotting and cantering, when they're not used to polework.

Or indeed take your horse to any lesson, clinic, competition or fun ride that they are not fit (physically conditioned) for.

Apart from an increased risk of injury, it is just not fair to expect your horse to undergo such a physical workout that is going to cause them discomfort during the session, and definitely discomfort and possibly pain afterwards.

It's no different to you going to a 5K park run when you do hardly any exercise, or being forced to do a full hour long hard gym workout when you've never done it before.

It will feel miserable and you'll feel really sore afterwards.

The same applies to your horse.

I appreciate we want to have fun with our horses, but I see this far too often - riders who use lessons, clinics, or fun rides as a reason to get in the saddle, rather than preparing for them properly to ensure their horse's well-being is protected.

Now, I appreciate there is some nuance to this - there are some instructors who take the participants' fitness into account, and some riders may not wish to or be able to ride without an instructor present.

But we do need to carefully consider what we are asking our horses to physically do, if we are to give them a good life (good welfare).

Although I work as a nutritionist, my qualifications include exercise and sport science, and I have a good understanding of physical fitness, strength and exercise capacity.

I've also successfully rehabbed my own sport horse post-surgery and post injury. And rehabbed myself post-injury!

We owe it to our horses not just to give them a good environment, diet and social contact, but also to prepare them physically for what we expect them to do.

I don't think this is talked about nearly enough.

What do you think?
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31/03/2026

Absolutely, no foot no horse. It might be one of the oldest sayings in the book, but one of the truest…

Smiles all round, because great teamwork starts from the ground up! 🐎😁

Behind every happy, sound horse is a skilled team, and farriers play a vital role. From maintaining balance and symmetry to supporting movement and performance, good hoof care is fundamental to a horse’s overall health and wellbeing.

A horse’s hooves grow continuously (typically around 6–10mm each month) and without regular attention, imbalances can quickly develop. These can place strain on joints, tendons, and ligaments, affecting both comfort and long-term soundness.

Whether a horse is shod or barefoot, correct farriery tailored to the individual is essential. Regular trimming or shoeing helps maintain proper hoof shape, supports weight distribution, and can help prevent issues such as cracks, uneven wear, and lameness.

It’s often said ‘no foot, no horse’ and for good reason! Strong, healthy hooves are the foundation of everything they do.

We’re proud to celebrate the people who keep horses moving, one hoof at a time!
Is your horse shod or barefoot? 👇