GH Therapies

09/09/2026

Always a pleasure🩵

Great morning with GH Therapies, helping our horses stay fit and supple.

21/07/2026

“I genuinely believe the treatment I received before and after surgery played a significant role in my recovery.”

My client’s words, not mine.

This client attended regular sessions in the lead up to her bilateral mastectomy, and once fully healed and medically cleared, we have continued with follow-up treatments to support stiffness, mobility and overall comfort.

As a soft tissue practitioner, my role is not to treat the surgery itself, but to support the surrounding tissues, movement and function within my scope of practice.

Being trusted to support someone through such a significant part of their journey is something I never take lightly, and hearing that these treatments helped my client feel more comfortable in her body before and after surgery means more than I can put into words🩶

29/06/2026

“Are there certain breeds you see more often?”

It’s one of the questions I’m asked most.

The short answer?
Yes…there are patterns.

Does that mean you should avoid these breeds?
No, absolutely not.

As a canine practitioner, I do notice trends in the dogs that I treat. But that’s because breed influences anatomy, movement and genetics - not because one breed is “good” or “bad.”

For example:

🐾 Labradors & Golden Retrievers are more predisposed to hip and elbow dysplasia, and cruciate ligament injuries.

🐾 German Shepherds have a higher risk of hip dysplasia and degenerative conditions affecting the hind limbs as they age.

🐾 Border Collies are incredible athletes, but their high activity levels can mean they present more often with soft tissue injuries or overuse issues.

🐾 French Bulldogs, Pugs and Bulldogs have a unique body shape that places extra stress on the spine and joints, increasing the risk of conditions such as IVDD, alongside breathing-related challenges.

🐾 Dachshunds have a significantly higher lifetime risk of IVDD because of their long backs and short limbs.

Does that mean these breeds are destined to have problems?

Absolutely not.

Genetics are only one piece of the puzzle.

You can help reduce risk and support musculoskeletal health by:
🧩 Maintaining a healthy body weight
🧩 Appropriate exercise (not just lots of exercise)
🧩 Building strength
🧩 Good puppy development
🧩 Early recognition of subtle changes in movement
🧩 Regular musculoskeletal assessments where appropriate

Breed helps me understand what a dog may be predisposed to - it doesn’t tell me what their future looks like.

🔐 The key is knowing what your dog may be at risk of, recognising changes early and taking proactive steps to support their musculoskeletal health.

Every dog is an individual.

Predisposition is not prediction.

25/06/2026

It is truly not worth the risk🐾🌡️

People please, please be sensible we are driving around the country parks in the region and are shocked at the amount of people still out walking dogs on the concrete and tarmac paths it's over 33c out there today. Your dog will NOT die if it misses a walk, but it will if it gets severe Heatstroke

22/06/2026

HERE COMES THE SUN!☀️🌡️

Whether you’re exercising yourself, your dog, or your horse, hot weather requires extra care.

✅ Exercise during the coolest parts of the day, such as early morning or late evening
✅ Stay hydrated and ensure animals always have access to fresh, clean water
✅ Reduce the intensity and duration of exercise when temperatures are high
✅ Take regular breaks in shaded or cool areas
✅ Watch for signs of overheating, including excessive panting, sweating, fatigue, dizziness, weakness, or unusual behaviour
✅ Allow plenty of time to cool down after activity

Remember: heat and humidity together can significantly increase the risk of overheating. When in doubt, choose a lighter session or give yourselves a well-deserved rest day.

Stay cool, stay hydrated, and enjoy the summer safely🏋🏼‍♀️🦄🐾

04/06/2026

One thing that comes up again and again in feedback is how much people value understanding what’s actually going on.

Pain, stiffness and injuries can feel frustrating enough without being left confused about them.

My goal isn’t just to help you feel better on the day, it’s to help you understand what’s happening, why it’s happening, and what you can do about it moving forwards.

Knowledge creates confidence. Confidence creates consistency. Consistency is where lasting change happens👊🏼🚀

Thank you to everyone who takes the time to leave feedback. I appreciate it so much🤍

20/05/2026

✨ HAPPY HUMP DAY ✨

Midweek check-in…

How have you actually been looking after your body this week?

Not just treatments but the small things that make the biggest difference over time👇🏼

💧Hydration
🚶🏼‍♀️Daily movement
🏋🏼‍♀️ Strength work
😴 Sleep & recovery
📈 Consistency with habits

It’s easy to focus on pain when something flares up, but long-term progress usually comes from the things we do consistently in the background NOT quick fixes.

Check-ins and holding yourself accountable can be really helpful for building awareness around your routines and habits👏🏼

So what do you need to improve on before the week ends?👀⏳