With Jenny Adamson, Equine Physiotherapist & Rehabilitation Specialist
Most horse owners care deeply about their horses and want to do the best for them. But there’s something many riders simply haven’t been taught - a horse’s back is not automatically strong enough for riding. And riding alone does not necessarily build the strength needed to carry a rider properly.
A simple 10-minute daily routine, built around the right exercises, can make such a profound difference to your horse’s strength, balance, and long-term soundness.
It’s easy to assume that if a horse looks soft in the contact, has their nose tucked in, or shows a curved neck, they must be working “correctly.” But what’s often happening underneath is: A dropped back A tight, braced neck Hindlimbs disengaged And a core that’s switched off
When your horse is diagnosed with kissing spine, it’s easy to think the problem lies in one small area. But kissing spine is rarely just a “back problem.” It’s a full-body issue, often with emotional and behavioural layers too. Once you understand that, the entire rehab process makes more sense — and becomes more effective.
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