Biomechanics + Performance

Understand what is limiting movement—and what to do next.

Horse and rider performance is rarely about one isolated body part.

Shelley combines equine physiotherapy, rider physical therapy, biomechanics, movement analysis, and performance planning to understand the complete horse-and-rider picture.

In-person services offered at Khaleesi Acres in Eagle, Idaho.

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  • For horses with:

    • Changes in movement

    • Stiffness or asymmetry

    • Reduced performance

    • Difficulty with a specific task

    • Changes in behavior or willingness

    • Return-to-work needs

    • Strength or conditioning deficits

    Assessment may consider:

    • Posture

    • Movement

    • Muscle tone

    • Mobility

    • Strength

    • Coordination

    • Tack

    • Feet

    • Workload

    • Recovery

    • Rider influence

  • For riders who want to:

    • Move more symmetrically

    • Improve balance and coordination

    • Reduce pain or restriction

    • Return after injury

    • Improve strength and endurance

    • Communicate more clearly with the horse

    Sessions may include mounted and off-horse assessment.

  • Look at the partnership, not just one athlete.

    A combined assessment considers:

    • Horse movement

    • Rider movement

    • Horse-rider interaction

    • Tack

    • Training demands

    • Current challenges

    • Goals

    • Practical next steps