TheraPlate Cambridgeshire

02/04/2025

Love it when some* of my clients start turning up naked. 😉

*equine variety only please!! 🤣

10/03/2025

I love when my clients ask questions about how the Theraplate works, especially the difficult questions as it motivates me to learn more myself!

One of the more recent questions I've been asked is "how does the theraplate increase circulation without increasing heart rate", the simple answer is because it uses fast twitch muscle fibres to pump the blood around the body, and the heart doesn't have fast twitch muscle fibres so it remains unaffected. However, my client wanted a little more in depth information, and I held my hands up and said I didn't know the science of how fast twitch muscle fibres work. So I have found out, and now I can explain it to you lovely lot.

So, Theraplate uses Vortex Wave Circulation on the body, activating fast twitch muscle fibres, as mentioned. These fibres increase circulation through a process called "exercise hyperemia" where the contractions of the muscles themselves trigger vasodilation (widening of blood vessels) in the immediate area, allowing more blood flow without requiring an increase in heart rate. This happens due to the release of chemicals which signal the blood vessels to relax and expand, increasing blood flow.
Theraplate activates fast twitch muscle fibres all over the body, therefore increasing circulation everywhere rather than being localised like some other modalities. With regular use, Theraplate can increase the density of the tiny blood vessels within fast twitch muscle fibres further enhancing blood flow during contractions.

As always, circulation is key to a healthy, well functioning body. The primary way we increase circulation is through exercise, but due to certain conditions and ailments, this isn't always possible. Which is where Theraplate can bridge the gap so well. Don't forget, Theraplate DOES NOT use vibration, so is the perfect choice for skeletal issues such as breaks and arthritis too. And don't underestimate the Theraplate's usefulness for maintenance and well being too, it truly is the perfect all round tool! 😁

20/12/2024

Well that's my last client of 2024 done! Here's a few of my favourites from the last few months! Thank you to all my clients, you make my job worth it! I look forward to seeing you all again in 2025!

MERRY CHRISTMAS AND A HAPPY NEW YEAR!! ###

20/11/2024

Loving some of my newly branded clothing in this chilly weather! Thank you to Josephine Lee at Salix Embroidery and Graphics once again!

15/10/2024

Afternoon all.

The page has been a little quiet of late, my apologies. But rest assured there's plenty going on in the background! And there'll be a few updates this week I hope!

As a start, I have simplified my pricing structure, as attached below. Previously I charged for humans and small animals differently to horses. Now everyone is charged the same.

Perfomance/Maintenance sessions are exactly as they sound, a session to promote improved performance or to maintain what is already there. A top up session if you like, for the feel good factor.
Therapy/Rehabilitation sessions are for when we are targeting conditions/injuries for rehab/recovery purposes.

If you are unsure which you need do of course ask! My usual discounts are available, and other discounts may be applied from time to time at my discretion. Unfortunately, I have had to increase my travel fee, but this is only charged in one direction, and if I can split between clients in the same area I will always endeavour to do so.

These changes will be with immediate effect for any new customers, for existing customers they will take effect from 1st November. 😊

25/09/2024

Afternoon folks! I will start looking through all the comments over the next few days and short list some people! Exciting!! I'll be in touch to get some more information, in the meantime, feel free to keep commenting/sharing! 😊😊

Something EXCITING!!! 🤩

I am looking for up to 3 lucky people to be sponsored by Theraplate Cambridgeshire!

Do you regularly compete your horse/pony? 🏇
Perhaps you are a frequent competitive runner? 🏃
Or maybe you like to hit the show ring with your dog? 🐕

You could be just what I'm looking for!

To be in with a chance-

⭐️ Like & Share this post!
⭐️ Follow my page!
⭐️ Tag 3 friends!
⭐ Comment why you think you should be chosen!

Must be based in Cambridgeshire or just over the borders of Lincolnshire, Suffolk, Norfolk or Northamptonshire!

🍀 Good luck! 🍀

20/09/2024

FOCUS FRIDAY!!

This week's focus is EQUINE METABOLIC SYNDROME (EMS) and TYPE 2 DIABETES.

These two conditions are very similar to each other.
Horses with EMS are unable to regulate blood insulin levels in a very similar way to humans with Type 2 Diabetes.
EMS is characterised by a combination of three key features:
*Insulin dysregulation
*Excess weight and abnormal fat deposits
*Increased risk of laminitis
For humans the symptoms can include:
*increased thirst
*frequent urination
*fatigue
In both horses and humans, Insulin is a hormone that's needed to regulate blood sugar (glucose) which is taken from the bloodstream to be used as fuel or stored as fat. Insulin regulates this glucose metabolism.
Horses with EMS or people with Type 2 Diabetes have problems when hormones produced by excessive fat cells prevent insulin from doing it's job, leading to insulin resistance and elevated blood sugar levels. The body responds and compensates by producing more insulin.
These hormonal changes are commonly linked to causing Laminitis in horses, and poor circulation in hands and feet of humans.

How can Theraplate help?
EMS and Type 2 Diabetes is linked to poor circulation. As we already know, Theraplate can increase and improve circulation. Exercise significantly improves glucose uptake by muscles and decreases blood sugar levels. However, exercise can be limited in horses with EMS that also have acute or chronic Laminitis, as in last week's Focus Friday, Theraplate can already help there! Theraplate can not only help with controlling EMS as part of a longterm strategy, but also be used at any stage of Laminitis to help reduce pain and inflammation further promoting movement and exercise.
For humans with Type 2 Diabetes with poor circulation there can also be an increased risk of amputation, using Theraplate improves blood flow to the hands and feet as well as all around the body, especially when done frequently.

Management of weight and exercise in horses/ponies with EMS is paramount, just as it is in humans with Type 2 Diabetes.

Remember - Healthy circulation is vital to the effective functioning of your body!

I am always more than happy to chat about how Theraplate can help you, your horse or your dog. Please do get in touch. I am fully mobile, qualified and properly insured.

Call/Text/Whatsapp 07917685709
Email lisadalton@theraplatecambridgeshire.co.uk
Web www.theraplatecambridgeshire.co.uk

13/09/2024

FOCUS FRIDAY!!

This week's focus is LAMINITIS.

Laminitis is a horse/pony specific condition affecting the hooves. It is a prevalent and extremely painful condition that has significant welfare conditions. It is an inflammatory condition of the sensitive tissues, laminae, that bond the hoof wall to the pedal bone. In severe cases, Laminitis can cause permanent damage to the hoof.
The most common causes of Laminitis are obesity and Equine Metabolic Syndrome (I'll do a Focus Friday on that next week!). High amounts of sugars in grass can trigger Laminitis, particularly in Spring and Early Autumn when grass is actively growing, or any other times when there is a flush of growth.

How can Theraplate help?
Inflammation of the Laminae can restrict blood flow, which in turn prevents toxins being removed and oxygen and nutrients getting where they're needed. And you guessed it, Theraplate can increase the blood flow to the hooves aiding the cleaning and clearing of the circulatory and lymphatic systems. This in turn will help reduce inflammation and increase hoof growth.
Theraplate can be used safely from day one of diagnosis and can be taken into the stable with the horse/pony if they are on box rest and not keen to move far!

Management of horses/ponies with or prone to Laminitis is paramount. Diet, routine hoof care and good health maintenance must also be addressed.

Remember - Healthy circulation is vital to the effective functioning of your body!

I am always more than happy to chat about how Theraplate can help you, your horse or your dog. Please do get in touch. I am fully mobile, qualified and properly insured.

Call/Text/Whatsapp 07917685709
Email lisadalton@theraplatecambridgeshire.co.uk
Web www.theraplatecambridgeshire.co.uk

09/09/2024

Something EXCITING!!! 🤩

I am looking for up to 3 lucky people to be sponsored by Theraplate Cambridgeshire!

Do you regularly compete your horse/pony? 🏇
Perhaps you are a frequent competitive runner? 🏃
Or maybe you like to hit the show ring with your dog? 🐕

You could be just what I'm looking for!

To be in with a chance-

⭐️ Like & Share this post!
⭐️ Follow my page!
⭐️ Tag 3 friends!
⭐ Comment why you think you should be chosen!

Must be based in Cambridgeshire or just over the borders of Lincolnshire, Suffolk, Norfolk or Northamptonshire!

🍀 Good luck! 🍀

08/09/2024

Check out this page tomorrow for an EXCITING offer!!

07/09/2024

Last weekend was a huge success for not only myself and my own horse Harry, but also two of my clients, both of whom had Theraplate sessions with me a couple of days before attending their Champs!!

Harry and I attended the BRC National Championships at Lincoln Showground where we WON our Novice 24T Dressage class, and finished Team Second for HDRC!

Karen Perkowski and Mac went to the Veteran Horse Society National Championships at Arena UK where they WON the concours costume class, 3rd in their dressage, 4th in the Pre Veteran Supreme out of 26 entries, 5th in the pairs and 10th in the M&M supreme final. AMAZING!!! 🤩

Catherine Bennett and Bellamy were also at the Veteran Champs and they WON Riding Club Pony, 2nd out of 20+ 60cm workers, 4th in the in hand diamond regional final qualifying for the supreme, 5th in the ridden regional final and 7th in the freestyle to music! Also AMAZING!!! 🤩

Whilst my two clients were at Arena UK they both made use of the onsite Theraplate Specialist, Paige from Theraplate Yorkshire & North Lincs!

Well done ladies, super proud of you and so glad Theraplate is helping us bring home the ribbons!! 😍😍