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Services

Massage, therapy and equine rehabilitation

Name: Johana Vinšová — Equine therapy and bodywork
Telephone: +46 76 454 54 01

Four services, one approach: I look at the whole horse, not just the sore muscle. Choose based on what's troubling your horse right now — or get in touch and we'll figure out the best place to start.

A young foal with Johana’s hand on its back in an outdoor paddock

Initial Assessment

Always the first step — for every horse. I get to know the whole horse, listen to you, and together we set up a care plan.

Duration 90–120 minutes

Price 1 150 SEK, + travel — every new collaboration starts here

Who it is for

Every collaboration starts with an initial assessment — whatever brings you to me
You want to understand how your horse is doing overall — body and living conditions alike
You're dealing with ongoing discomfort, stiffness or a specific recurring issue

Every collaboration begins with an initial assessment — for every horse, whether you’re dealing with a specific issue, focusing on prevention, or preparing your horse for the season. I set aside more time for this than for a regular treatment, because I need to get to know your horse as a whole. That’s also why it carries a higher, introductory rate.

What to expect:

First, we talk: your horse’s history, training, behaviour, environment, feeding, tack, and your goals.
I examine the horse from head to tail — tension, sensitive areas, asymmetries, range of motion.
I observe the horse in movement, where the situation allows.
This is followed by a first treatment, combining whichever techniques your horse needs at that moment.
At the end, I sum everything up clearly: what I found, what we released, and what I recommend going forward — not just for the body, but for the environment and care around your horse.

Any further treatment within six months falls under the follow-up treatment rate. If we meet again after a longer gap, we start with another initial assessment. If you’d like to continue working together, I’ll suggest a long-term care plan to maintain and build on the results.

Close-up of massage on a black horse’s hindquarters

Massage and Bodywork

Over 13 techniques, combined into a treatment tailored to your horse — based on what their body needs that day.

Duration 60–90 minutes

Price 1 150 SEK / treatment, + travel

Who it is for

Your horse is stiff, reluctant to bend one way, or backs up poorly
A sport horse that needs regular recovery
A horse under stress — spooky, nervous, or "blocked"
An older horse you'd like to ease everyday discomfort for

I don’t work from a single template. My approach combines more than thirteen techniques — massage, myofascial release, mobilisations, stretching, the Masterson Method’s gentle work with the horse’s nervous system, and more — chosen to suit what your horse needs.

I work with the horse, not on the horse. Through blinking, licking, yawning and deeper breathing, the horse shows me exactly where the tension is held. I don’t work against the body’s defences — I stay below that threshold, so the horse can truly relax, rather than just tolerate the session.

What the treatment brings your horse:

release of muscular and fascial tension,
improved range of motion and more willing bending,
a calmer nervous system — less stress, better recovery,
greater wellbeing both at work and at rest.

After every treatment, I’ll show you what you can do with your horse yourself — simple exercises and relief techniques to extend the effect.

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Rehabilitation After Injury

A safe way back to movement — in collaboration with your vet, with a plan that makes sense for you and your horse.

Duration based on the plan

Price depends on scope, based on the treatment rate

Who it is for

A horse recovering from injury or surgery, for whom the vet has recommended movement-based rehabilitation
A horse returning to work after an extended period of box rest
A horse with compensation patterns — the injured area has healed, but the body still holds substitute movement patterns

Returning after an injury is one of the most sensitive periods in a horse’s life. During healing, the body develops substitute movement patterns — and these are often exactly what causes the next problem, if the horse returns to work too quickly or without support.

What rehabilitation with me looks like:

I always start from the veterinary diagnosis — rehabilitation complements treatment, it doesn’t replace it.
I put together a plan for a gradual return: releasing compensatory tension, supporting correct body engagement, and building up workload step by step.
I guide you throughout — you’ll know what to do with your horse between visits, and you can call me anytime.
With your consent, I communicate directly with your vet, so the care stays joined up.

The goal isn’t just to get your horse back to work, but to get them back there in a way that means the injury doesn’t happen again.

Johana close to a horse’s head, smiling warmly

Long-term Care Plan

I'm not a one-off visit. You'll get a tailored plan, exercises for home care, and phone consultations, all included.

Duration ongoing

Price included with regular care — you only pay for the treatment

Who it is for

Owners who want to prevent problems, not catch up with them
Sport combinations with a training and competition calendar
Older horses and horses with chronic tension, for whom consistency clearly helps

A single treatment brings relief. Real change, though, comes with consistency — and with what happens between visits. That’s why, with every client who wants it, I work long-term — and this part of my work is included in the price of treatment.

What the long-term plan includes:

A care plan tailored to your horse — how often to meet, what to watch for, and what the goals are for the coming months.
Exercises and techniques for you — after every visit, I’ll show you what to do with your horse yourself. Nothing complicated; things you can manage in a few minutes at the stable.
Phone consultations included — if you’re ever unsure whether something’s right, just call me. You don’t have to wait for the next visit and wonder whether it’s “worth mentioning”.
Continuity over time — I keep records from every visit, so we can see what’s changing and what’s working.

My goal is for you to understand your horse better and better — and to know that you’re not in this alone.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Does treatment replace veterinary care?

No — and it’s important to say that clearly. Therapy and bodywork are complementary care that support your horse’s wellbeing, release tension and support mobility. I don’t diagnose or treat illness. If your horse has an acute health problem, they need a vet first; for rehabilitation, I work from the veterinary diagnosis and I’m always happy to work alongside your vet.

How often does it make sense to treat a horse?

It depends on the horse and their workload. For sport horses, an interval of 4–8 weeks tends to work well; for leisure horses and older horses, once every 2–3 months is usually enough. After the initial assessment, I’ll suggest an interval tailored to your horse — and we’ll fine-tune it together based on how they respond. There’s no point visiting more often than your horse actually needs.

How do horses react to treatment? Won't they be afraid?

I work very gently — below the threshold of the horse’s defensive response. Most horses visibly relax during treatment: they lick, yawn, lower their head, and some get sleepy. The horse is never forced into anything; they show me themselves where the tension is held and when they’re ready to let it go. That’s exactly why this approach works even with sensitive or mistrustful horses.

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Contact

Shall we take the first step together?

Tell me what's troubling your horse — I'll get back to you and we'll work out if and how I can help.

+420 720 696 371 · Czechia +46 76 454 54 01 · Sweden joanne.vins@icloud.com Instagram — @konskafyzio

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