Learn to identify pain-related behaviors in horses using Dr. Sue Dyson’s Ridden Horse Pain Ethogram. Recognize facial, body, and gait markers to ensure your horse’s comfort.

Set your horse up for success with their first water treadmill session. Learn practical tips for preparing your horse mentally and physically, including how to avoid fatigue, set realistic expectations, and integrate this low-impact exercise into their routine.

Prepare your horse for a successful 2025 competition season with expert tips on training, nutrition, and wellness.

Discover why in-house rehabilitation at Thrive Equine Physio offers a superior approach to recovery, with professional care, tailored exercise programs, and access to advanced therapies like the water treadmill. Give your horse the ultimate staycation for optimal results.

Improve your riding symmetry with these 5 rider specific exercises. Boost your core strength, alignment, and control for better balance in the saddle and enhanced horse performance.

Discover how our post-surgical rehab programs help horses recover safely and effectively. Combining hands-on physiotherapy and tailored exercise programs, we support faster healing, build strength, and prepare your horse for a confident return to work.

Learn to recognize 5 subtle signs of pain in horses that are often missed. Early detection can prevent long-term issues and improve your horse’s health and performance. Discover the key indicators and how professional care can help.

Discover how water treadmill sessions can enhance your horse’s strength, fitness, and joint mobility. Learn why this new modality in South Australia is perfect for improving performance and recovery with a tailored program designed by an equine physiotherapist.

Discover in-house rehabilitation at Thrive Equine Physio, where an equine physiotherapist designs tailored recovery programs. Our facility features stables, yards, a fitness track, and optional water treadmill sessions—offering a complete approach to healing and long-term wellness.

Discover how water treadmill sessions can boost strength, improve endurance, and speed up injury recovery—all while minimising impact on joints. Learn why an equine physiotherapist is crucial for designing a tailored program that keeps your horse comfortable, confident, and competition-ready.

Discover how targeted physiotherapy techniques can enhance your horse’s flexibility, prevent injuries, and promote lasting soundness—ensuring your equine partner remains at peak performance.

Arthritis is common in senior horses, but with the right care, they can remain active and comfortable. Discover effective strategies for managing arthritis, including proper nutrition, low-impact exercise, pain relief, and environmental adjustments to support your horse's joint health and improve their quality of life.

Discover how equine physiotherapy supports post-surgical recovery, promoting healing, reducing pain, and restoring mobility. Learn the key benefits of physiotherapy for horses recovering from orthopedic or soft tissue surgeries and how it ensures a faster, smoother rehabilitation process.

Performance horses face intense demands, making injury prevention essential for their success and well-being. Discover six expert tips from an experienced equine physiotherapist, covering warm-up routines, conditioning, tack fit, and more. Learn how to keep your horse healthy, sound, and performing at their peak.

Discover the importance of core strength in horses and how it impacts balance, coordination, and performance. This post explores essential exercises like carrot stretches, pole work, and training aids such as Equiband and the Pessoa system to help build a strong core, prevent injuries, and enhance your horse’s athletic abilities.

Learn how physiotherapy can help your horse recover from common injuries like tendon strains, back pain, joint problems, and muscle sprains. This post explores the key benefits of physiotherapy, from pain management and rehabilitation to injury prevention and holistic care, helping your horse return to peak performance faster and safer.

Pole work is a highly effective training method for improving your horse’s balance, strength, and flexibility. Learn how to incorporate pole work into your horse’s routine, from starting with basic exercises to progressing to more challenging variations that engage core muscles and enhance coordination.

Discover how hill work can transform your horse's strength, balance, and fitness! Explore three variations of hill exercises tailored to enhance performance for horses in any discipline.

Learn how to create an effective warm-up routine to prime your horse’s body and mind for peak performance and success in every ride.

Explore five ways to cross-train your horse for better fitness, performance, and overall well-being!