JS Equine Therapies

30/03/2026

This handsome boy is Herbie, his owner noticed a change in his behaviour when being tacked up so asked me to come and see if I could find what’s made him a little grumpy and help him feel better.
He was happy tucking into his hay during the treatment and at times stepped away from it to really concentrate on what I was doing. He was very responsive and easy to read and get feedback from.
We found a few things going on and worked through them during the treatment with the help of the Optimus Lumina Red Light Phototherapy.
You can see on the last photo his sleepy eye, this is one of the many signs that horses give to show a release from tension.

21/03/2026

Yesterday I treated the wonderful Fergus, a regular client of mine.
In this Timelapse I am using my hands to assess where his areas of tension are and if he has any trigger points that need releasing.
Following on from this I use my Optimus Lumina Red Light Phototherapy device on the areas I’m going to work on, this helps prepare the area for massage.
At the end of the treatment I re stretch all of his legs to reassess his Range of Movement.
Fergus is used to having his treatments now and is a superstar that doesn’t need a haynet or tying up at all, this really helps me as he is free to express himself more so I can read his body language more efficiently.

13/03/2026

This week I’ve been studying inflammation and how as a Sport Massage Therapist I can help our animals.
It reminded me of when I used to work at Sky Equine Rehab yard and Barney who was a very special horse that I got to work with.
Barney tore his Gracilis Muscle and spent an extended period on box rest. We were able to help him using the modalities we were lucky to have, Arc Equine (under the purple stable bandage in the pictures), Magnetic Rugs and eventually we were able to use Red Light Phototherapy using the Optimus Lumina when he was more comfortable and allowed us to touch the area. All of these tools assist with reducing inflammation which is key to healing process.

26/02/2026

My first attempt at a Timelapse of what a treatment for your horse can look like
Now I’m not great with technology but I’m trying and will do some more of these to improve things such as camera angle so you can see what I’m doing properly 😂

This was Star my clients new 4 year old, I saw her for the first time 2 weeks ago and this was our second session
Previous to my hands on assessment there was a trott up, dynamic assesment if Star we just didn’t film that bit

If you have any questions about my treatments or how your horse could benefit from Sports Massage Therapy please drop me a message

11/02/2026

And then it rained for 40 days and 40 nights 🌧️☂️☔️💦💧
At least that's what it feels like right now!

At this time of year our horses don't tend to move around as much
Whether this is because turnout is limited so they're in their stable more or the fields are bare so they just stand at the gate waiting to come in.
With this lack of movement their circulatory system can need a little help. Sports Massage Therapy can help improve their circulation by using stretching techniques, hands on massage and also using my Optimus Therapy Tech Lumina device.

I'll be in York on Saturday 21st and have appointments available after 1pm, if you'd like more information or to book an appointment please contact me through Facebook Messenger 📱

05/02/2026

Well done everyone we made it through January!🥳
Now that we're finally beginning to get a bit more daylight 🌥️its time to start thinking about the coming competition season.🏆
If you and your horse have been having a bit of time off or just been working a little bit less this winter why not think about having your horse looked over before starting your Spring Competition preparation.
Sports Massage Therapy is a great way to give your horse a good check over to identify any areas of stiffness and tension and deal with them there and then.

I now have the availability to take on new clients for 2026 with appointments available in the evenings and weekends too 👍

The best way to contact me is to just drop me a message through Messenger so I can check my diary and come back to you 🙂

20/10/2025

2 Beautiful Boys seen today with my little man Arthur tagging along too
Everyone was very well behaved and my Optimus Lumina came in very handy
It really helps the horses I treat relax and often they’ll yawn, chew, lower their head whilst I’m using it
All signs of relaxing and releasing tension 👍🏻

15/10/2025

I’m going to be in the Pocklington area on Monday 20th October and have 2 appointments available:
10:30am
2pm

If you’d like to book a full assessment along with the treatment, appointments last roughly 90 mins and cost is £40 per horse
Or if you’d just like an assessment and to learn more about Sports Massage the appointment would last roughly 20 minutes and cost £5

These are my last available appointments this month but if your interested in booking in for November please contact me for availability

30/09/2025

I had the pleasure of treating Poly and Poly (so confusing I know 😂) for my client a few weeks ago
We have Poly Gray on the left and Poly Bay on the right.
Poly Gray was unsure about me as we had not met before so I spent plenty of time giving her some calming effluage, scratching her itchy spots (usually in front of the shoulder and in the lumbar area of the back) and plenty of Red Light Phototherapy using the Optimus Therapy Tech
Using this stimulates the body in a way that releases endorphins and serotonin helping Poly to relax more with me so that my treatment can be as effective as possible.

Poly Bay wasn’t as interested in me and more interested in eating her hay which was fab. My client wanted to make sure that she was in good condition and felt at her best before taking her out to a Hunter trial, we found a few sore spots and tension in a few places so I gave them some stretches to do before and after riding to help her.

It was a pleasure to see them both and I recommended to see Poly Bay again after her trip out to see how she’s feeling - a recovery treatment is a great way to make sure that your horse stays at their best, these can only be performed 72 hours after the event for your horses safety
A sports massage can significantly improve Lymph drainage, assist in stimulating the body’s own innate healing process and can also quickly identify any areas of issue that may have developed whilst competing.
If you have any questions about post competition recovery sessions please drop me a message.

11/09/2025

Good Luck to everyone this weekend at the Cob Club End of Year Championship 🏆
We are proud to be sponsoring the Intro Open Class and can’t wait to meet the lucky winner and their owners to redeem their prize of a free Assesment and Treatment for their Horse 🐴

What is Sports Massage Therapy and how can it benefit my horse:

Equine Sports Massage Therapy is a great way to support your horse, using hands on massage techniques along side stretching and Red Light Phototherapy it has many benefits :

🐴 Improves circulation
🐴 Increases Flexibility
🐴 Reduces Muscle pain and Tension
🐴 Aids in Muscle Recovery - this is most beneficial 72 hours after a competition
🐴 Can improve Rang of Motion in the Joints

All of my treatments include Red Light Phototherapy using Optimus Therapy Tech at no extra charge

If you have any questions or are interested in making an appointment please do not hesitate to contact me

20/08/2025

How is your horse feeling this summer with all of the hard ground we've been experiencing? Have you still be managing to get out and about?
If so lets make sure your horse is feeling in tip top condition

Equine Sports Massage Therapy is a great way to support your horse throughout their whole body:

🐴 Improves circulation
🐴 Increases Flexibility
🐴 Reduces Muscle pain and Tension
🐴 Aids in Muscle Recovery - this is most beneficial 72 hours after a competition

All of my treatments include Red Light Phototherapy using Optimus Therapy Tech at no extra charge

I have limited availability for August so please contact me if you are interested in a full assessment and massage treatment for your four legged friend

The most effective way to reach me is through FB Messenger and I'll reply as quickly as I am able

19/08/2025

In the last few weeks I have spent some time at Consort Equine Therapies to understand more about the uses of an Equine Water Treadmill and the benefits for our four legged friends.
Both Amelia and Elspeth were extremely helpful and knowledgeable about not only the water treadmill but many other aspects of horsecare and rehab.
Water Treadmills can be very useful for our horses during their rehabilitation time but also when the current ground is so hard due to lack of rain we've experienced this year as it reduces the amount of concussion on the joints.
They can Build Muscle, Improve Core Stability and Posture, Improve fitness and increase strength in muscles all whilst being supportive and gentle on the horses joints.
The treadmill can run with or without water as well as varying depths of water depending on what you are aiming to achieve in your sessions, Amelia and Elspeth are able to tailor the programs according to what the horse requires balanced with any adjustments based on their clinical history.
Any rehab also need to be well supported by your therapists too. We are able to check that your horse isn't overly compensating in other areas to support their current injury and can help loosen and release any tension they may be holding as a result.
If you are looking to send your horse away for rehab or would like advice on how their services can help support you and your horse I would highly recommend Consort.
If you would like an assessment for your horse to identify any areas of tension or tightness please do not hesitate to contact me.

Veterinary led equine rehabilitation facility, featuring a state of the art ECB water treadmill. Bespoke rehab & fitness livery packages available.