Rehab and Performance Solutions
Your horse’s health and well-being are a priority to us! As fellow equestrians, we understand that having your equine partner feel their best matters deeply to you. When an injury or health setback occurs it can feel like your world is turned upside down. Unbridled is here for you and your horse during these challenging times - from diagnosis to getting back in the show ring we can help along every step of the way.
Rehab and Performance Solutions
Your horse’s health and well-being are a priority to us! As fellow equestrians, we understand that having your equine partner feel their best matters deeply to you. When an injury or health setback occurs it can feel like your world is turned upside down. Unbridled is here for you and your horse during these challenging times - from diagnosis to getting back in the show ring we can help along every step of the way.
Rehab Consulting
Under your vet’s directive, we create a customized week by week rehab plan that you can implement at your home barn. We come to your barn and educate you, barn staff and your horse on the rehab exercises in their customized plan. We continue this support with weekly check-ins, editing and adding to the plan & continued education as your horse’s rehab progresses. This service is charged at an hourly rate.
Rehab Consulting
Under your vet’s directive, we create a customized week by week rehab plan that you can implement at your home barn. We come to your barn and educate you, barn staff and your horse on the rehab exercises in their customized plan. We continue this support with weekly check-ins, editing and adding to the plan & continued education as your horse’s rehab progresses.
This service is charged at an hourly rate.
Rehab on the Road
Unbridled travels to your barn and rehabs your horse for you! Under your
vet’s directive and with your trainer’s support, we develop a customized
rehab plan. We then travel to your home barn to rehab your horse using
the equipment at your facility plus a few of our traveling tools. This is a
great option for horses needing to safely learn rehab equipment and
exercises or for owners and barns that don’t have the time or staffing to
add in rehab to their busy schedule. Rehab on the Road is available to
barns in the Chicagoland area and is charged hourly based on distance
and time.
Rehab on the Road
Unbridled travels to your barn and rehabs your horse for you! Under your vet’s directive and with your trainer’s support, we develop a customized rehab plan. We then travel to your home barn to rehab your horse using the equipment at your facility plus a few of our traveling tools. This is a great option for horses needing to safely learn rehab equipment and exercises or for owners and barns that don’t have the time or staffing to add in rehab to their busy schedule. Rehab on the Road is available to barns in the Chicagoland area and is charged hourly based on distance and time.
Rehab at Unbridled
We now offer our elite rehab services in multiple Chicagoland locations. With more options we can match your horse’s specific rehab needs as well as your budget and priorities to the right location. We continue to work under your vet’s directive to create and implement a customized rehab plan for your horse. Our specialized, individualized and top-notch rehab care continues to be what sets us apart. We turn your horse’s setback into a comeback!
Rehab at Unbridled
We now offer our elite rehab services in multiple Chicagoland locations. With more options we can match your horse’s specific rehab needs as well as your budget and priorities to the right location. We continue to work under your vet’s directive to create and implement a customized rehab plan for your horse. Our specialized, individualized and top-notch rehab care continues to be what sets us apart. We turn your horse’s setback into a comeback!
We believe apples and nose-kisses are just as important as treadmills and massages
Unbridled Equine’s holistic approach ensures that your horse thrives in an environment that is safe, comfortable and caring. Beyond your horse’s rehab treatment plan and schedule, we are dedicated to spending the time with your horse that we would with our own – at our very core we simply love caring for horses!
#TheComeback
Click on a horse's name below to meet a few of our graduates who experienced an #UnbridledTransformation!
Blu: 8 year old Arabian
From rehab to roses, Blu made a miraculous recovery with Unbridled Rehab! Blu, an 8 year old Arabian, came to Unbridled with a central tarsal fracture in his left hock after getting cast in his stall. This could have been a career ending injury for this western pleasure competitor, but after 110 days of rehab and tons of faith Blu has returned to the winner’s circle! Blu’s customized rehab plan included:
– 53 days of Enriched Stall Rest
– 57 Hand Walking Sessions
– 25 Water Treadmill Sessions
– 20 MagnaWave Sessions
– 4 Massages
Happy tears flowed from the entire Unbridled team as charismatic and hard-working Blu left us healed and ready to get back to work. Since then he has won the 2022 National Reserve Champion & Championship! Blu shows all of us how to never give up and his #thecomeback story is one for the books!
Twoey, 14 year old Thoroughbred
Twoey, a 14 year old thoroughbred joined Unbridled Rehab after suffering a spiral fracture to his left front radial bone, an injury that left his polo career, and overall long-term quality of life, in question. Twoey’s owner entrusted the UE team to carefully guide him along a rehab journey that lasted 229 and included:
89 days of Stall Rest
120 Hand walking Sessions (started at 5 mins and worked up to 45 mins, then added poles)
101 Eurociser Sessions (started at 15 mins and worked up to 1 hour)
55 MagnaWave Sessions
30 Water Treadmill Sessions
6 Massages
The UE team also utilized Icing, Wrapping, Red Light Therapy, VitaFloor, turnout, and time under saddle.
After 1 year of rehab treatment, Twoey not only made a full recovery, but returned to the polo field and was Polo Playing Pony of the 2022 Season!
Tuk: 6 year old Warmblood
Tuk, a 6 year old warmblood gelding, stayed with Unbridled Rehab for 51 days to heal from a large seroma on his left hind leg. His customized rehab program included:
– Daily acute care for drain
– 40 Hand walking Sessions
– 37 Cold hosing Sessions
– 20 Treadmill Sessions
– 10 Exercise Rides
– 5 MagnaWave Sessions
– 3 Massages
Tuk left Unbridled ready to get back into his training program in Ocala and returned to the show ring confident and strong! Tuk’s sweet, charismatic and silly personality makes his #thecomeback story extra special!
Fearless, 12 year old KWPN
Fearless, a 12 year old KWPN gelding, joined Unbridled Rehab for 48 days to strengthen from a stifle injury. His customized rehab program included:
– 35 Treadmill Sessions
– 20 Water Treadmill Sessions
– 3 Massages
– 5 MagnaWave Sessions
– Daily Vibration Therapy
Fearless left Unbridled strong, healthy and ready to take on the world! Look for him back in the jumper ring this winter at the World Equestrian Center!
You Have Questions, We Have Answers
Why is your program better than me simply rehabbing my horse on my own?
Rehabbing takes time, expensive equipment and a holistic approach. Not only do we want to help rehabilitate the injury, but we also want to address the rest of the body that spent time compensating for the injury. Your horse should be feeling good in their body before they are asked to go back to work and carry a rider. We are able to give the time and attention required to oversee every detail of the rehab process, ensuring that we give them the best possible start back to work.
Can I use my own vet?
Yes! We are happy to coordinate care with your current vet for any procedures or re-checks as needed.
Who is overseeing my horse’s rehab program?
Your horse’s rehab program will be created, overseen and performed by a Certified Equine Rehab Practioner as well as directed by your veterinarian.
What do I need to do before I send my horse to your program?
You will need to complete an intake and consent form along with emailing your horse’s current Coggins and vaccinations records. Ideally, your horse will be recently shod before they are send to rehab.
How long should my horse stay in rehab?
Many factors will go in to determining length of stay. We will make that decision along with you and your vet, and it will depend on the severity of the injury, length of time off, and desired fitness level.
How often can I expect updates?
We will provide a formal update once per week, but… since we work with such a small group of clients you are much more likely to get pictures and updates more often! We will treat them like they are our own!