EQUINE CHIROPRACTIC

THOROUGH, GENTLE, INDIVIDUALISED CARE

Dr Crawford spends time getting to know you and your horse. With a strong background in the equine industry, she can relate to your goals. She uses a variety of therapies and rehabilitation principles to ensure your horse is comfortable, strong and balanced so that they are able to perform their best.

Equine Chiropractic Treatment

initital assessment $215* incl hst

subsequent visit $150* incl hst

*Prices based on 3 or more horses at one location, otherwise $10-$20 travel fee applies.

A comprehensive assessment is performed on every horse prior to treatment to form a complete picture of your horse’s health. This includes:

• A detailed health history

• Gait analysis: Usually on the lunge or in-hand. A brief under saddle assessment may be included in an assessment or follow up visit if desired

• Physical examination of the joints and soft tissues of the spine and extremities

• Saddle fit screen if desired

• Hoof health screen

Treatment is provided the same day as long as it is not contraindicated.

Treatment may consist of:

• Manual chiropractic adjustments and/or joint mobilizations

• Soft tissue release (muscle, fascia, connective tissue)

• Graston Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM)

• Laser Therapy (extra charge).

• Neuromotor exercises and stretches

• Rehab exercises are often prescribed based on your horse’s condition and your performance goals.

Graston Therapy

included in chiropractic treatments

Dr Crawford is a certified Graston Technique specialist and an instructor for the Graston Technique - Equine division.

Graston Technique is the gold standard in Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM), a well-established and researched treatment method that is used widely among human athletes for injury rehab and performance.

Using a variety of specially designed instruments, Graston is useful in helping to mobilize scar tissue, decrease pain and increase myofascial mobility. Horses find it comfortable and enjoyable.

Please contact us for more information on Graston.

Laser Therapy

per region $25-$35* incl hst

*Laser-only appointment may be arranged after an initial assessment (contact us for details)

Theralase® 3B Cool Laser Therapy is offered as a standalone treatment or in addition to a chiropractic appointment for people, horses and dogs.

This safe and powerful 3B laser system can target tissues up to six inches deep. It is used to treat acute and chronic pain, assist in healing injuries and reduce inflammation.

If you would like to book a series of laser treatments, please inquire. A full chiropractic assessment is required prior to the first treatment.

Ongoing Support and Collaboration

asynchronous consult

30 minute session $50 incl hst

• Virtual consults are not a chiropractic appointment and can not be reimbursed for health insurance coverage.

• You/your horse do not need to be a patient to use this service. Existing clients and patients may use this as an accessory service to their horse or rider treatment plan.

• Up to 10 minutes of video will be reviewed prior to the session

• Sessions will provide feedback on video or ridden work, off-horse exercises, or ground work/lunging. For riders we may include real time functional testing on the call as well as recommendations for in and out of the saddle based on your goals

Education

Dr Crawford takes the time to educate owners about their horse’s condition, the treatments she is providing, and how to manage the condition between visits.

Your horse receives the best care when all parties involved are on the same page. You will be provided with detailed reports from each visit that can be kept to track progress over time, and be shared with other equine professionals. We are always happy to speak with your vet or other care providers about your horse’s case.

If questions come up after an appointment, we are just an email, phone call or text away.