MSc Veterinary Physiotherapist
Member of RAMP
Based in Essex
Email: bonadieequestrian@hotmail.com
Mobile: 077147936454

Brianna Bonadie Veterinary Physiotherapy
Equine Veterinary Physiotherapy

Every horse deserves to be pain free and happy in their work. That’s why I chose to study equine anatomy and biomechanics to become a Veterinary physiotherapist.
I offer a range of treatments aimed at improving Equine musculoskeletal health, which will allow them to perform at their best. Trust me to take your horse’s welfare to the next level.
It is common for horses to acquire injuries, strains, lamenesses, aches and pains throughout their lives with us. Regular physiotherapy with permission from your veterinarian can help to maintain and enhance your horses strength, suppleness, range of motion and performance no matter what their discipline.
Physiotherapy is not only for the injured, but is used as a tool to help maintain and improve your horses well being.
I use a range of hands-on techniques which promote the correct way of going and reduce the risk of injury. Regular assessment will help to identify any possible concerns early on and prevent future injury. I work alongside veterinarians, chiropractors, farriers, saddle fitters and other paraprofessionals to deliver a comprehensive and tailored approach to each animal’s care.

Benefits of regular physiotherapy include:
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Identifying problems early
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Enhanced healing of damaged tissue
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Maintenance of chronic musculoskeletal conditions
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Pain management
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Performance enhancement
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Reduce the risk of injury
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Improved quality of life
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Better attitude towards work/life
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Improved flexibility
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Reduced delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS)
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Improve way of going
If you have any questions or concerns?
Feel free to reach out to me anytime for guidance and advice.
How can I tell if my horse needs treatment?
Common signs of Pain:
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Bucking
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Rearing
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Bolting
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Reluctance to move forward
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Head tossing
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Biting or nipping
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Tail swishing
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Impaired performance - lead changes, bending, jump refusals etc.
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Withdrawal from manual pressure
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Resenting grooming
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Being girthy/ grumpy to be tacked up
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Lameness
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Bunny hopping
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Excessively strong to ride or behind the bridle.
Common conditions that can be helped with Physiotherapy:
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General muscle pain/spasm/tension
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Osteoarthritis (OA)
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Kissing spines (Overriding dorsal spinous processes)
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Tendon and ligament injuries
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PSD
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Tendonitis
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Check ligament desmitis
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Bursitis
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Osteochondritis dissecans (OCD)
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Upward fixation of the patella (UFP)
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Sacroiliac dysfunction
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Neurological conditions
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Sweeney shoulder
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Wobblers
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Stringhalt/Shivers
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Performance issues

Manual therapy

Electrical stimulation

Stretching and Tissue mobilisation

Rehabilitation excercises

High intensity Laser therapy

Pulsed Electromagnetic Therapy - PEMF