Restore comfort, improve mobility & enhance performance across North London, the Home Counties and beyond

We provide expert equine massage therapy to help horses relieve muscle tension, improve circulation, and maintain peak performance. Whether your horse is an elite competitor, recovering from an injury, or in need of regular maintenance, massage therapy plays a vital role in their health and mobility.

What is Equine Massage Therapy?

Equine massage therapy involves hands-on techniques that focus on muscles, tendons, and ligaments, promoting relaxation, pain relief, and flexibility. This non-invasive treatment helps:

✔ Reduce muscle stiffness and soreness
✔ Improve flexibility and range of motion
✔ Enhance circulation and oxygen delivery
✔ Support recovery from exercise and injuries
✔ Reduce stress and promote relaxation

Common conditions treated with Equine Massage Therapy

Massage therapy is beneficial for a wide range of equine conditions, including:

Muscle Tension & Soreness – Easing tightness from training or injury
Reduced Flexibility & Stiffness – Restoring natural movement and comfort
Back, Neck & Shoulder Pain – Relieving discomfort caused by saddle fit, posture, or workload
Performance Issues – Improving stride length, suppleness, and responsiveness
Stress & Anxiety – Calming nervous or anxious horses

Massage techniques used

Our professional equine massage therapists use a range of customised techniques to meet your horse’s individual needs, including:

Effleurage – Light stroking to warm up muscles and improve circulation
Petrissage – Kneading and compression to release deep muscle tension
Myofascial Release – Reducing tightness in connective tissues for better mobility
Trigger Point Therapy – Targeting specific areas of pain and discomfort
Stretching – Enhancing flexibility and preventing stiffness

Why choose Equine Massage Therapy?

✔ Safe, non-invasive and drug-free therapy
✔ Helps improve movement, comfort, and recovery
✔ Supports relaxation and overall well-being
✔ Boosts performance and prevents injuries

What to expect during a Massage session

Each session is tailored to your horse’s specific needs. Our experienced therapists begin with an assessment of movement, posture, and muscle condition, before applying targeted massage techniques to help ease tension and restore mobility. The process is gentle, relaxing, and well-tolerated by horses.

We are committed to helping horses stay comfortable, mobile, and performing at their best. Whether your horse requires rehabilitation, maintenance care, or performance enhancement, our skilled therapists are here to help.

Chipperfield, Herts

01923 260012

info@theravet.com