Now Accepting New Clients  ·  Tabitha Byrd, CEMT

Lone Willow
Equine Bodywork

Supporting every horse to feel and perform their best.

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The Practice

What Is Equine Bodywork?

Equine massage therapy is beneficial for all horses — whether they are high-performance athletes or pasture companions — because it supports the body in maintaining comfort, mobility, and overall health.

For performance and working horses, massage helps improve flexibility, enhance range of motion, increase circulation, and reduce muscle tension, allowing them to perform at their best while decreasing the risk of injury. It also aids in faster recovery after training or competition by promoting blood flow and reducing soreness.

For pasture horses, massage therapy plays an equally important role by relieving stiffness, supporting aging joints, improving circulation, and enhancing overall comfort and quality of life. Across all types of horses, regular bodywork can help identify problem areas early, reduce stress, encourage relaxation, improve posture and balance, support the lymphatic system, and contribute to better movement and long-term soundness.

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What I Offer

Services

Each session is tailored to your horse's individual needs — whether that's maintenance, performance support, or helping them bounce back from something going on.

Equine Sports Massage

A therapeutic, hands-on approach using varied massage techniques to address muscle tension, soreness, and stiffness. Each session is individualized — promoting relaxation, improved range of motion, and lasting comfort.

Deep Fascia Work

Specialized techniques targeting the connective tissue surrounding muscles and joints. Fascial restrictions can limit movement and cause discomfort — this work restores mobility, releases chronic tension, and supports healthy posture.

Red Light & Cold Laser Therapy

Low-level light therapy that penetrates deep into tissue to reduce inflammation, accelerate healing, and support cellular regeneration. Especially beneficial for recovery, soreness, and as a powerful complement to hands-on bodywork.

Standard Session

$85 – $130

Hands-on massage & bodywork tailored to your horse

Add-On: Red Light / Cold Laser

$15 – $25

Add to any session for enhanced recovery & tissue support

First-Time Clients

Discount Available

Ask about multi-session bundles for ongoing care

Sessions may include a combination of modalities based on what your horse needs that day. I travel to you.

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Every Horse

Who Benefits?

Bodywork isn't just for performance horses. Every horse — at every age and stage — deserves to move comfortably and live well.

Performance & Working Horses

  • Improve flexibility and enhance range of motion
  • Increase circulation and reduce muscle tension
  • Decrease risk of injury during training and competition
  • Faster recovery after workouts and events
  • Identify and address problem areas early
  • Improve posture, balance, and overall movement quality
  • Support focus, calm, and a more relaxed mindset

Pasture & Companion Horses

  • Relieve chronic stiffness and everyday discomfort
  • Support aging joints and soft tissue health
  • Improve circulation and lymphatic function
  • Enhance comfort and overall quality of life
  • Reduce stress and encourage deep relaxation
  • Catch developing issues before they become problems
  • Support long-term soundness at any age
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The Person Behind the Work

Meet Tabitha

Certified Equine Massage Therapist

Horses communicate in subtle ways — a flinch, a change in gait, a hesitation that tells you something isn't quite right. My passion for equine bodywork grew from a deep respect for these animals and a genuine desire to listen to what they're telling us through their bodies.

As a Certified Equine Massage Therapist, I focus on each horse as an individual — taking time to assess, listen, and address what they actually need. I use a mix of massage techniques, deep fascia work, and red light/cold laser therapy to help with soreness, stiffness, recovery, and overall comfort. Whether your horse is a high-level competitor or a beloved pasture companion, they deserve to feel their best.

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Schedule

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Choose a time that works for you. You'll receive a confirmation email right away, and the appointment will sync directly to my calendar.

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I'd love to hear from you.

Have questions about services, what to expect, or whether bodywork is right for your horse? Don't hesitate to reach out.