Sarah Ridd Veterinary Therapist

26/02/2026

Why do I use physio pads with my horse. 🐎

Proprioceptive pad work is a simple but powerful tool for postural control training💪🏻

Controlled instability increases centre of pressure (COP) displacement, producing measurable craniocaudal and mediolateral sway. This stimulates the neuromuscular system, increasing trunk stabiliser activation to maintain spinal control.

🎓Research demonstrates:

• ↑ COP displacement and sway on unstable surfaces
• Greater postural challenge when all four limbs are placed on pads
• Increased neuromuscular recruitment for trunk stabilisation
• Useful application for rehabilitation and postural control training

Small controlled instability → meaningful neuromuscular adaptation.

17/02/2026

🐎 Advanced Veterinary Physiotherapy for Performance & Rehabilitation Horses

For horses in work, returning from injury, or not moving as well as they should — subtle dysfunction, asymmetry, and biomechanical restriction can quietly limit performance and long-term soundness.

I provide a clinical, evidence-based approach to support:

• Rehabilitation & return-to-work cases
• Performance optimisation & symmetry
• Reduced injury risk & improved durability
• Horses struggling with stiffness, weakness, or uneven movement

Professional Credentials
BSc (Hons) Veterinary Physiotherapy

Winback Radiofrequency, laser, massage, mobilisation, prescriptive exercise plans. 

📊 Limited Offer — Until End of March
New clients receive Complimentary Objective Gait Analysis (Sleip AI) with their first full assessment — allowing precise measurement of movement, symmetry, and response to treatment and be shared with your vet.

📍 Covering Surrey • Sussex • Kent • Hampshire • Berkshire
📅 Limited appointments available

For professional, welfare-driven and performance-focused care:
Book or learn more →

Providing comprehensive support when every stride matters for your horse or small animal. Covering Surrey, Hampshire, Kent and Berkshire

13/12/2025

12/12/2025

Amazing CPD day spent learning more about Synthetic Materials Training.
Hoof capsule infections, treatments and casting techniques (Day 1 of 4) with Farriery Tuition Ltd that allows Veterinary physiotherapists and veterinarians to attend and observe the advanced skill sets of those farrier aiming for higher exams. 🎓
I found the presentation and discussion very interesting as well as inclusive of how other paraprofessionals in the equine industry can collectively work together for better outcomes for horses under our care 💪🏻🐴
Feeling very inspired after meeting very knowledgeable group of farriers who are so passionate to push for further education and development to advance our industry.
Highly recommend https://farriery-tuition-ltd.cademy.io/?list=603af03c-1dc8-4819-b1f4-b2debdb5776e

18/11/2025

14/07/2025

Very visual representation of the Pelvis and SI joint in horses and understanding the Machanic’s of when they are both dysfunctional.

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13/07/2025

Dr Simon Curtis demonstrating how to manage treat thrush - speak to your farrier for further advice.

24/12/2024