Neck and back problems are common in horses and can manifest in a variety of ways. Sometimes the symptoms arise suddenly following an injury, but more often the signs are subtle and less easily recognisable. These may include:

As these signs can have a significant impact on your horse’s wellbeing and performance, a timely and thorough diagnosis is of the utmost importance.

A comprehensive< 3 >clinical examination< 8 >is always the first step. This involves assessing the horse both at rest and in motion. Depending on the findings, further investigations may be carried out, such as:

This enables us to accurately identify the cause of the symptoms and draw up an appropriate treatment plan.

Treatment is always tailored to the individual. Depending on the diagnosis, various therapies may be used, including:

We often combine different treatments to support recovery as effectively as possible.