Emily Whitbread - ESMT

Emily Whitbread - ESMT 🐴 Certified Equine Sports Massage & Rehabilitation Therapist
📄 Fully Insured, IAAT Member
📍Covering the Shropshire/ Powys Borders

Happy Bank Holiday everyone… a very warm one! ☀️ Another Muscle Monday! 💪🏻Next we have the splenius, this muscle lies al...
25/05/2026

Happy Bank Holiday everyone… a very warm one! ☀️ Another Muscle Monday! 💪🏻

Next we have the splenius, this muscle lies along the upper neck and inserts on to the nuchal crest of the skull 🦴

•Origin - Lies along the upper neck
• Insertion - Nuchal crest of the skull

The function: ⚙️
- Extends & laterally flexes the neck
- Supports head carriage & balance I

Key signs of tension: 🚨
- Difficulty maintaining a relaxed outline
- Resistance to lateral flexion

Common causes of tension: ⚠️
- Prolonged tension or incorrect head carriage
- Lack of top line strength
- Inconsistent contact

How to help: ✅
- Massage can help reduce tension and increase blood circulation, improve suppleness and support balance
- Massage will encourage relaxation & a comfortable way of going

📸 - Photo taken of an illustration from the amazing Musculoskeletal Equine Anatomy book by oliviarenshawwoldsequine & kmesmt 📚

I am so excited to share I am officially a fully qualified and insured Equine Sports & Rehabilitation Massage Therapist ...
21/05/2026

I am so excited to share I am officially a fully qualified and insured Equine Sports & Rehabilitation Massage Therapist (ESMT), covering the Shropshire/ Powys Borders📍🎉

I couldn’t be more pleased! Lots of studying, practising & dedication 💪🏻🥳

A huge thank you to Wolds Equine Sports Massage Approved Courses for an amazing course and an incredible experience, I have enjoyed every second! Looking forwards to continuing my learning through monthly CPD 📚

Bookings are now open 📩 Feel free to message me directly to schedule an appointment 😊🐴

I would love to to support your horses wellbeing, performance and recovery whether it’s a performance boost, rehabilitation guidance or maintenance care✨

Keep an eye out for upcoming posts about what I do, what is involved during a treatment and the benefits 💆🏼‍♀️

Contact Details:
📞 Text/ WhatsApp - 07484788403
📧 Email - [email protected]
📱FB & IG - PM me

I am super excited to be finishing my training soon! ☺️ I wanted to take this opportunity to say a huge thank you to eve...
18/05/2026

I am super excited to be finishing my training soon! ☺️

I wanted to take this opportunity to say a huge thank you to everybody that has supported me, trusting me with your lovely horses and amazing feedback ✨

I am feeling super lucky 🥹 Every opportunity has helped my learning to prepare me towards my final ESMT qualification 📚

Exciting things are on the way 🐴

Happy Birthday to my own pony, Gina who’s 13 today 🥳🩷She’s the one who inspired me to start studying in equine massage 💆...
16/05/2026

Happy Birthday to my own pony, Gina who’s 13 today 🥳🩷

She’s the one who inspired me to start studying in equine massage 💆🏼‍♀️

Gina is my 13 year old, 14.2hh Welsh Cob Section D mare with a heart of gold and a pinch of Welshie sass 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿
I’ve owned her for 4 years and we’ve had lots of amazing memories & adventures together with many more to come 🤩

I enjoy seeing the the difference bodywork can make to help support Gina’s overall comfort and wellbeing 😁

Why does CPD matter? Continuing Professional Development (CPD) isn’t just about gaining certificates. It’s about staying...
14/05/2026

Why does CPD matter?

Continuing Professional Development (CPD) isn’t just about gaining certificates. It’s about staying open-minded, reflective, and committed to learning. When we continue to grow and improve, the horses benefit too 🐴

Within equine rehabilitation and sports therapy, knowledge, research, and best practices are always developing. CPD helps us stay informed, improve our skills, and provide the highest standard of care possible 😁

Thank you Wolds Equine Sports Massage Approved Courses for another interesting CPD this month 😊

Low Lever Laser Therapy (LLLT) 🤩A new modality I’ve started using within my treatments, Class 3b therapeutic laser uses ...
11/05/2026

Low Lever Laser Therapy (LLLT) 🤩

A new modality I’ve started using within my treatments, Class 3b therapeutic laser uses red & infrared wavelengths to deliver light into the tissues ✨

The benefits:
- Promotes faster healing
- Reduces inflammation and pain
- Improves circulation to targeted areas
- Supports recovery from injury/strain/overuse

Commonly used for:
• Tendon & ligament injuries
• Back pain and muscle soreness
• Joint inflammation (arthritis/recent injury)
• Wound healing
• Poll and neck tension
• Post-competition recovery or pre-competition prep

A completely non invasive and a relaxing treatment that horses enjoy 💤

Here’s the lovely Rosa enjoying the heat pad during her treatment last week 🔥How can thermotherapy benefit your horse? ...
07/05/2026

Here’s the lovely Rosa enjoying the heat pad during her treatment last week 🔥

How can thermotherapy benefit your horse? 🐴
💪🏻 Helps prepare muscles before bodywork
🦴 Reduces stiffness
🌀 Increases circulation
💆🏼‍♀️ Helps relax your horse

I use the heat pad during every session to improve circulation and help prepare the muscles before hands on treatment ✨

Happy Bank Holiday everyone! ☀️ And warm welcome to Muscle Monday! 💪🏻Starting with the brachiocephalicus, this muscle r...
04/05/2026

Happy Bank Holiday everyone! ☀️ And warm welcome to Muscle Monday! 💪🏻

Starting with the brachiocephalicus, this muscle runs along the side of the neck from the poll down and inserts on to the humerus 🦴

•Origin - Wing of atlas
• Insertion - Humerus

The function: ⚙️
- Extends the shoulder
- Pulls the forelimbs forward
- Assists with head & neck movement

Key signs of tension: 🚨
- Difficulty bending the neck
- High head carriage
- Uneven movement

Common causes of tension: ⚠️
- Heavy on the forehand
- Poll tension
- Incorrect saddle fit

How to help: ✅
- Massage can help reduce tension and increase blood circulation, improve range of motion, and support balanced movement
- Ensuring the saddle is fitted correctly
- Baited stretches can help with suppleness

📸 - Photo taken of an illustration from the amazing Musculoskeletal Equine Anatomy book by oliviarenshawwoldsequine & kmesmt 📚

30/04/2026

Processing is a natural response 💤

This is as the the nervous system and body begin to adjust to the changes made 🤍

Every horse processes differently, you may see:

- Licking & chewing
- Yawning
- Lowering the head
- Heavy blinking

Knowing when to step back and let the horse process can be an invaluable tool ✨

Another interesting CPD completed earlier this month 📚 Thank you Wolds Equine Sports Massage Approved Courses ✨I think i...
27/04/2026

Another interesting CPD completed earlier this month 📚 Thank you Wolds Equine Sports Massage Approved Courses ✨

I think it’s super important to continue & expand my learning to help improve my knowledge ☺️

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