Becci Miller Equine Massage Practitioner

03/09/2026

🐻 Cody bear 🐻

One week since Cody returned and today he’s not feeling 100% 🥹

Extra cuddles for Cody tonight and a trip to the vets tomorrow if he’s no better.

03/09/2026

Maintenance massage for Diva my lovely sponsored horse 💕

Diva is always a naturally high energy horse who finds it hard to switch off. Today she couldn’t resist a little quiet time during her treatment to let go and relax and reset 🥹

She’s had her workload increased and she is starting to compete more regularly so she always benefits from her maintenance treatments.

03/09/2026

Maintenance massage for the gorgeous Summer 😍

Summer gave some great releases as we worked through her points of tension.

Summer has had a new saddle as her last one was causing her restrictions and discomfort and now she is more comfortable.

When we talk about our horse’s welfare, saddle fit and musculoskeletal health should never be looked at in isolation.

A well-fitting saddle allows the horse to move freely, distribute the rider’s weight appropriately and use their back and core muscles correctly.

But even with a correctly fitted saddle, our horses muscles are constantly adapting to workload, training, competition and changes in fitness.

Regular saddle fits are important to make sure that any changes to your horse’s shape can be monitored and adjusted.

Regular equine massage can help identify areas of muscular tension and support relaxation, mobility and healthy muscle function. It can be particularly beneficial around areas commonly affected by ridden work and where tack is used.

A saddle that doesn’t fit correctly can create uneven pressure and discomfort, potentially contributing to muscular tension and compensatory movement patterns.

Likewise, a horse with tight or restricted muscles can change the way they move beneath the saddle, meaning saddle fit can effectively be influenced by changes in the horse’s body.

That’s why communication between your saddler, vet, farrier, trainer and qualified bodyworker is so important.

Massage doesn’t replace veterinary assessment or saddle fitting, remember it works alongside different professionals as part of a whole-horse approach to welfare and musculoskeletal care. ❤️

03/09/2026

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01/09/2026

Maintenance massage for these beauty’s tonight 😍

All of these show regularly and therefore they all benefit from routine maintenance massage and Pemf therapy.

Your horse may look picture-perfect in the ring, but underneath that beautiful turnout is an athlete that is always working hard.

Showing involves travelling, standing, loading, unloading, new places and different atmospheres. As well as holding posture and performing, often over long days.

All of this can place additional demands on the musculoskeletal system.

Regular maintenance massage can help to:

✨ Identify areas of muscular tension and restriction
✨ Support normal muscle function and flexibility
✨ Encourage circulation
✨ Help maintain comfortable movement
✨ Support recovery between shows
✨ Keep your horse feeling supple and ready for their next outing

PEMF can be incorporated alongside hands-on massage as part of your horse’s maintenance programme, providing a non-invasive therapy that can complement recovery and general wellbeing.

Having a consistent maintenance programme can be a valuable part of your showing horse’s overall care.

Whether you’re preparing for your next county show, championship or simply want to keep your horse feeling their best throughout the season — prevention, maintenance and recovery all matter.

If you feel your horse could benefit from massage and Pemf therapy please message me to book your horses in.

31/08/2026

LIMITED AVAILABILITY SEPTEMBER & OCTOBER

Limited appointments remain for:

✨ Maintenance and post-competition massage
✨ Muscular tension release and training support
✨ Equine massage and PEMF therapy

🙌 Covering South West Scotland, Wales and the West Midlands

Bookings are available through the Equigate app. To check when I’ll be in your area please message me with your location.

Fully booked? Don’t worry you can join the waiting list and be contacted straight away when a space becomes available.

📲 Message me to book or join the waiting list.

Thank you to my wonderful clients for keeping my books nice and busy and for your continued support!

30/08/2026

What are your plans with your horses this Bank holiday?

Don’t forget that travelling your horse is physically demanding on the horses musculoskeletal system 🐴

Did you know that 30 minutes of travelling can place a surprisingly significant demand on your horse’s muscles?

Even when your horse appears to be standing quietly in the lorry or trailer, they are constantly making small postural adjustments to maintain balance, stabilise themselves and absorb the movement of the vehicle.

💪 Think about the muscles being used…

Your horse is continually engaging their:

• Core and abdominal muscles
• Back muscles
• Hindquarters
• Neck and poll muscles
• Stabilising muscles around the pelvis and limbs

Every acceleration, brake, corner and change in road surface requires your horse to adjust their balance.

So although they haven’t been cantering around the field, their body has still been working!

🏇 Now add competition/ fun ride/ clinic etc into the equation…

A horse may travel to an event, stand around, warm up, compete at high intensity, cool down, and then travel home.

That’s a LOT for the musculoskeletal system to deal with in one day.

✨ THIS IS WHERE POST-TRAVEL & POST-COMPETITION MASSAGE CAN HELP.

A correctly performed massage can help to:
✔️ Reduce DOMS (Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness)
✔️ Encourage circulation
✔️ Support relaxation of muscles after prolonged postural work
✔️ Identify areas of tension or muscular tightness
✔️ Support recovery following exercise and travel
✔️ Help your horse feel more comfortable after a demanding day
✔️ Maintain suppleness and mobility as part of an ongoing management programme

🚛 Don’t think of travelling as “just standing in the lorry”.

Your horse is constantly working to stay balanced — and that muscular workload shouldn’t be overlooked.

Whether your horse has travelled 30 minutes or 3 hours, followed by competition or training, giving their body some post-travel recovery care can be an important part of their overall wellbeing.

Just remember

Travel. Compete. Recover. Maintain.

Your horse’s muscles work hard for you, make sure you look after them afterwards.

“Massage isn’t a luxury, it’s about promoting your horses Well-being”

30/08/2026

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29/08/2026

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29/08/2026

Understanding how your horse reacts to massage 🙌

A raised head, restless feet or faster breathing can look very different from a lowered neck, soft eyes and a quieter stance.

These subtle changes may offer valuable clues about how your horse is responding during a massage.

🙌 Massage Is More Than Muscle Work 🙌

Every horse responds differently. Their behaviour may be influenced by temperament, previous experiences, pain or discomfort or there surroundings.

Understanding the Parasympathetic Nervous System.

The parasympathetic nervous system is one part of the autonomic nervous system.

It helps regulate functions such as digestion, heart rate and breathing, particularly during periods of rest and recovery. It works alongside the sympathetic nervous system, which supports alertness and readiness.

These systems are not simple on/off switches. A horse can remain aware of its surroundings while also showing signs of relaxation.

Signs Your Horse May Be Relaxing

As your horse becomes more comfortable, you may notice:

🙌 A lowered head and neck
🙌 Softer eyes and relaxed facial muscles
🙌 Slower or more regular breathing
🙌 Licking and chewing
🙌 Yawning
🙌 A quieter stance
🙌 Resting a hind leg
🙌 Reduced visible muscle tension

These behaviours may be consistent with increased relaxation and the body shifting into the parasympathetic state.

Yawning, licking and chewing can show signs of release but your horse’s overall posture, behaviour and surroundings are all important.

Every Horse Responds Differently

Some horses show obvious signs of relaxation, while others remain quietly observant throughout their treatment.

The absence of dramatic responses does not necessarily mean the massage is ineffective. Horses that are anxious or high energy in nature may take longer to process or wait until after the treatment to release, relax and reset.

The most important thing when massaging is to observe the whole horse.

By watching your horse’s posture, breathing, facial expression, movement and willingness to participate, we can gain valuable insight into how they are responding.

This is why treatments are tailored to the individual horse’s needs.

Massage should be a conversation between practitioner and horse, supporting comfort, relaxation and a positive experience without forcing a particular response. 🐴✨

To book your horses for there treatment please contact me via Equigate code 884901
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