Britta Pedersen Physiotherapist Clinic

Our Clinic Director has spent years developing a sport specific 4 part ‘Equestrian RMBA’ (Ridden Muscle Balance Assessment) system. Our system consists of a series of strength, flexibility, and Range of Motion tests, performed to the upper & lower body, spine and core. The specific RMBA (both off & on your horse) is structured into 4 phases.

Stage 1: We look at your postural alignment & biomechanical systems during the warm-up phase on your horse.

Stage 2: We will see you put through a variety of specific tests from the ground, where we identify any possible muscular weaknesses, tightness, dysfunctions, joint hyper/hypo-mobility.

Stage 3: We comprehensively explain the biomechanics of ‘your’ seat in the saddle and closely guide you on how to make correct and effective changes. We work with you on the horse for the remainder of the session as this will help you to cement the “feel” of your alignment and achieve postural harmony between both you and your horse’s way of going.

Stage 4: The Rider will receive 3-5 prescribed exercises following the Rider Performance clinic attended. These will serve as a blueprint and baseline for your Rider Performance Program (RPP) and allow you to further work with your Trainer/Coach & Physiotherapist/Physical Therapist to custom design a very specific and individualized on and off horse plan to meet your needs.