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Optimum Equine
Phone: +61 433 008 496
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24.01.2022 In the West Coast region this week seeing some lovely horses, and meeting the miniature clients of the future
24.01.2022 Optimum Equine recommends all clients with saddle fit concerns to Kylie @ CMF Saddle Fit Her assessments are very comprehensive and thorough! Kylie is offering a special on saddle fits at present, a good time to get in touch if you have any concerns
20.01.2022 Appointments available next week in the Adelaide Hills Some before & after-hours appointments can be accommodated *Special Introductory Offer, $70 per horse*... Please get in touch with me to book 0433 008 496 [email protected] Or send me a PM!
20.01.2022 Optimum Equine wishes all its horses, owners and their families a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! I have loved working with every one of my clients and their humans throughout a very testing 2020 Taking a well deserved short break, but will be back with you all in January
20.01.2022 Optimum Equine turns #1! One whole crazy year since launching Optimum Equine! So many kms travelled covering regional areas, lots of amazing regular local clients, hours spent studying and reading dissertations, days spent with the amazing Carly Hannaford, seeing horse after horse gaining an incredible amount of knowledge. Cant thank those people enough who have supported me, whether its been booking in your horse or spreading the good word or simply liking my page -you gu...ys are the best! Heres to the next 12 months
18.01.2022 North/Barossa Clients, I need a 3rd horse to add to my Case Study for my NKT Certification. Ideally the horse needs to have a physical and noticeable issue. For example one of my existing studies presents with an undiagnosed (veterinary investigated) lameness. But I am also interested in a horse with asymmetrical atrophy, history of specific muscular pain etc. Any unresolved ‘issues’ if you will You need to be available 1-2 hours every second weekend, plus willing and able... to do 5-10 minutes of simple exercises with your horse 2-3 times a day for 4-6 weeks. There is no charge to you! The closer to Gawler the better, but willing to travel. NKT is not an invasive therapy. Please feel free to send me a message, happy to answer questions
18.01.2022 **Applications close 11:59pm tonight** I have already had some really amazing applications, its going to make choosing between you all quite difficult
17.01.2022 Introducing my Sponsored Rider, Lauren Roberts and Kilmallee Murphy I was asked by Lauren to work with Murphy when I first began performing equine manual therapy. Like a number of horses, he had some initial complaints, which I worked on with Laurens help in the form of ‘owner-homework’.. We now predominantly work to keep him supple with the added bonus of being able to pin point minor issues in advance before they become major problems. He is a pleasure for me to work w...ith! A word from Lauren I was lucky enough to be born into a horsey family, so was riding pretty much before I could walk! I grew up going to Pony Club, eventing and hacking, and have competed up to National level in both Eventing and Dressage. My current competition horse, Kilmallee Murphy, is a 9 year old Connemara x Warmblood who my family bred. He hasn’t always been the easiest of horses, but is really starting to grow into himself! I primarily compete in Eventing and Dressage, and although our 2020 season was very disrupted, we won 2 out of our 3 Eventing starts. My goals with Murphy for 2021 are to consolidate ourselves at EvA80 level, with the aim to have an EvA95 start at the end of the year. Murphy has a tendency to get tight over his back and through his poll, so he loves his regular treatments from Sophie to keep him nice and loose and supple and performing at his best! Shortly I will be on hunt for a 2nd Sponsored Rider, applications open soon! by Emma Woolman Photography of Lauren and Murphy at Naracoorte Horse Trials 2020
17.01.2022 *Special Introductory offer, $70 per horse* Upcoming dates for Adelaide Areas: Friday 25th January - Murray Bridge & surrounds Monday 28th January - Northern Adelaide & surrounds... Friday 1st Feb - Southern Adelaide & Fleurieu Peninsula Assessment, Sports Massage, Soft Tissue Mobilisation, Stretching and Cupping Initial consults approx 1.5hrs Limited appointments available, please PM for available time slots. If your horse or pony is having difficulty with any stiffness, limited range of motion in one or multiple limbs, out of character behavioural issues, unwillingness to relax, changes in gaits, soft tissue soreness or increased muscle tension, -I can help! Bodywork can also have a positive effect on general well being and benefit performance horses of all levels! Want to know more? Get in touch!
17.01.2022 Great Sunday afternoon spent at the SA launch of the Custom Saddlery range @ The Lane Vineyard! Big thanks to Kylie Agnew from CMF Saddle Fit for inviting me to do a talk on Equine Bodywork and how it can benefit your horse! I'll do a quick write up shortly on my topic of conversation, the deep and lesser known Spinalis muscle, and how its affected by ill-fitting saddles, what to look for and how I can help! Stay tuned!
17.01.2022 Home and unwinding from another whirlwind visit to Pt Augusta, Quorn and surrounds! Emphasis on the wind because all it did was blow, strongly, for the entire three days! Big thanks to all my usual bunch of regular offenders and the new faces Your owners were pretty cool too, see you all next time!
17.01.2022 Stretching 101! We are always taking on board new ways of keeping our equine friends happy and healthy, but how many of you include stretching as part of their well-being routine? Stretching keeps the muscles healthy by maintaining their strength and flexibility. That same flexibility also supports joint range of motion and enhances the sensory nerve endings in the muscles tendons, ligaments and joints.... Stretching can influence the length and quality of the stride and a regular stretching routine can greatly reduce the risk of pulled muscles and tendons. Where appropriate, I try to leave clients with stretches they can continue to do at home. I notice a huge difference and positive changes in those horses whose owners follow my recommendations and regularly use stretches!
14.01.2022 A very good write up by Kirsty Swinton (Musculoskeletal Therapist) about incorrect terms used when it comes to describing Musculoskeletal issues in horses
14.01.2022 *2021 Sponsored Rider Applications Open* This position is open to Competitive (EA, PC, SHC and HRCAV) riders in any discipline and level, pleasure riders, racehorse trainers, breakers and everyone in between. Must be located in Adelaide or Riverland*, Mid North*, Flinders* & West Coast*. Most importantly, I am looking for a passionate and dedicated rider and/or trainer who understands the importance Manual Therapy can play in their horse’s wellbeing.... What is required of you? Some social media mentions and tags and wearing your merchandise, all to be negotiated with successful applicant. If you have any questions, please get in touch. To apply, please click the link! https://form.jotform.com/210037749069055 Applications close 11:59pm February 1st 2021 *Riverland, *Mid North, *Flinders & *West Coast applicants should note that should their application be successful, their treatment entitlements will be slightly different as my visit schedule to these areas is every 10-12 weeks
14.01.2022 I was up before the sun this morning, travelled all the way to Quorn to see clients and their humans! Pt Augusta tonight and tomorrow, then working my way back to Adelaide, making horses happy as I go The weather is mild and the clients are wonderful, looking forward to my next visit this way! #happyhorsehappylife
13.01.2022 Optimum Equine wishes all its clients (+ their humans and families) a safe and Merry Christmas! From my Adelaide locals to the regionals, thank you for your support, the chats and every opportunity to expand my knowledge. Very much looking forward to seeing everyone in the New Year
13.01.2022 Early start this morning, jetting off to Ceduna and then Pt Lincoln to see all my clients and their lovely owners! Thank god for coffee and light reading
12.01.2022 *UPCOMING REGIONAL DATES* Its been a slow few months for regional visits due to COVID-19. But looking forward to seeing my regular horses and meeting some new clients Pt Augusta/Quorn & surrounds... 26th/27th/28th June - fully booked, waiting list available Riverland 11th & 12th July - fully booked, waiting list available West Coast Dates TBA - fully booked, waiting list available If you aren't on my contact list for these areas, but would like to be, please get in touch!
11.01.2022 Introducing Sponsored Rider, Steph Sneddon and Ace Steph has been a long-term regional client residing in Pt Augusta SA! Ace has always been a little favourite of mine, as a barrel racer he tends to be sensitive in his pectorals and brachiocephalicus muscles. Steph does a great job of keeping up with her homework to help Ace stay supple so he can perform well in his discipline. A word from Steph ... I was lucky to be introduced to horses when I was 7 and then before long I had my very own pony, every little girls dream! I did a bit of pony club, some local ag shows and did some show jumping before finding the speed of barrel racing and Gymkhanas and changing disciplines. My current competition horse is Ace, who is a rising 14 year old, Quarterhorse gelding that was bred by a local stock contractor. He hasn’t been the easiest, and there was even a stage where I had advertised him for sale as I was absolutely petrified of him. Since then we have overcome a lot together and have had some great achievements in the 11 years together. Ace and I mainly compete in barrel racing with the occasional Gymkhana and team penning. This year, after a long holiday in 2020, we hope to get back out and run some solid runs and add to our list of great achievements! Although Ace is a little star, he has a bad habit of tightening up throughout his neck and pectoral muscles so he absolutely loves his visits from Sophie which help keep him loose and helps our performance as barrel racing is quite intense on the horses body. Kurt Walter - Fine Art Images
10.01.2022 Optimum Equine aims to provide horses with an integrated therapy experience, using a combination of Equine Sports Massage, Soft Tissue Mobilisation, Joint Mobilisation, Stretching, and Cupping. Sophies clients are horses of all breeds, ranging from competitive performance horses of many disciplines, to pleasure and elderly horses needing a little extra care. What are some of the benefits of Equine Bodywork?... - Improved performance and gait quality - Relaxes tight muscles and promotes well-being - Increases the flexibility of soft tissue - Increases circulation, enhancing the delivery of nutrients to tissues - Helps to balance areas of weakness or hypertrophy - Accelerated recovery from soft tissue injury What are some of the signs your horse may benefit from Bodywork? - Stiffness or limited range of motion on one or multiple limbs - Out of character behavioural issues such as bucking or rearing - Unwillingness to relax, increased tension or changed gaits - Painful muscle spasms or soft tissue soreness Servicing Adelaide Hills, Barossa, North and South of Adelaide + Regional SA fb: Optimum Equine ph: 0433 008 496 e: [email protected]
09.01.2022 Super couple of days seeing clients in the Northern Adelaide region, such lovely horses and ponies (and owners!). Looking forward to seeing you all next time! For anyone who missed out but would like to be notified when I plan to be in the area next, please shoot me a message and I will add you to my list
09.01.2022 *JANUARY & FEBUARY Dates* Adelaide Hills, McLaren Vale, Fleurieu & surrounds 23rd & 24th January - Fully booked... Adelaide Hills, McLaren Vale, Fleurieu & surrounds 30th & 31st January - Fully booked North of Adelaide (One Tree Hill, Golden Grove, Gawler, Pinkerton Plains & surrounds) 6th & 7th February - Fully booked Adelaide Hills, McLaren Vale, Fleurieu & surrounds 13th & 14th February - Fully booked AWAY 20th & 21st February Mid-North & Flinders 27th & 28th Feb (TBC) - Fully booked Riverland - March, dates TBC West Coast - Late March, Early April, dates TBC If you aren't on my contact list for these areas, but would like to be, please get in touch
09.01.2022 I do PLENTY of regional trips, and the amount of times Ive arrived to the google maps location (aka a giant empty paddock in the middle of no where ) and had to call clients for directions even got myself bogged once, whoops!
09.01.2022 When you have a superficial scar, it just might not be so superficial
08.01.2022 A great simple explanation and diagram about the balanced foot!
07.01.2022 MUSCLE ATROPHY Muscle wasting, or atrophy is generally defined as a decrease in the mass of a muscle. As a therapist, there are two types of atrophy I most commonly see in horses; physiologic and neurogenic... Physiologic (or Disuse) Atrophy is caused by not using the muscles enough, i.e.: restricted movement due to box rest, poor nourishment or difficulty moving limbs due to a neurological illness. It can be reversed with exercise and better nutrition -in other words, use it or lose it! Neurogenic Atrophy arises from an injury or disease to a nerve that connects to the muscle, i.e.: damage to a single nerve or nerve damage caused by an injury. It tends to appear more suddenly than physiologic atrophy and is more serious, but may also be reversed through exercise and/or better nutrition Atrophy causes muscle weakness and a decrease in strength, usually identified when we see a reduced range of motion or movement (i.e.: a reduced cranial swing due to hamstring atrophy) There are a few ways we can address skeletal muscle atrophy - Manual therapy to assist in releasing restricted tissues - Exercise, usually in the form of a strengthening-based program - Veterinary intervention in more complicated cases
07.01.2022 See you this weekend Flinders clients
06.01.2022 *One appointment on Friday afternoon left* Horse Owners in the Gawler, Two Wells, Golden Grove areas & surrounds Appointments available Thursday 3rd & Friday 4th of January Some before & after-hours appointments can be accommodated... *Special Introductory Offer, $70 per horse* Please get in touch with me to book 0433 008 496 [email protected] Or send me a PM! See more
05.01.2022 *NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2020 DATES* South of Adelaide (McLaren Vale, Willunga, Victor Harbor & surrounds) 24th-25th October - fully booked, waiting list available... Adelaide Hills (Meadows, Mt Barker, Strathalbyn, Woodside, & surrounds) 31st Oct-1st Nov - some appointments remaining Flinders & Mid North 7th & 8th November - fully booked, waiting list available Riverland (Waikerie, Berri, Renmark & surrounds) 28th & 29th November - fully booked, waiting list available Adelaide Hills, Fleurieu & surrounds 5th December - fully booked North of Adelaide (One Tree Hill, Golden Grove, Gawler, Pinkerton Plains & surrounds) 6th December - fully booked, waiting list available If you aren't on my contact list for these areas, but would like to be, please get in touch
