The poll has a huge impact on the entire body, which is why issues in this area can cause dental imbalances, problems down the neck and even all the way down to the feet.

The neck of the modern horse is a sensitive structure that can be damaged by improper riding. We need to be very careful not to create dysfunction in the neck.

In terms of connective tissue properties, horses can be either temple dancers or vikings. Knowing what type of horse you are dealing with, can help you make better training decisions.

Persistent back pain is an issue a lot of horses struggle with. In order to get rid of it once and for all, we need to understand where it comes from.

Asymmetry can often be a sign of dysfunction, but is it always bad?

We talked a little bit about what a hunter's bump is and how it occurs. In this post I want to delve a bit more into the practical aspect of dealing with this issue.

Hunter's bumps are a relatively common sight in horses, especially in big warmbloods. Most horse owners know what a hunter's bump looks like, but not many know where it comes from.

The thoracic sling is crucial to the horse’s ability to carry the rider, so we need to make sure it is functioning properly. Here are some signs of thoracic sling dysfunction to look out for.

Injuries rarely happen “out of nowhere”. They are usually a consequence of long-term myofascial dysfunction. Here are some clues that your horse might be headed towards an injury.

The quite common issue of sticky stifles very often indicates an unbalanced hind end. It needs to be addressed not only through strengthening but by re-balancing the biomechanics of the hind end.