Katie Wood launched The Equestrian Physio in January 2023 to provide physiotherapy and performance services for both horseback riders and their horses. Wood, a registered physiotherapist and equine rehab therapist, identified a gap in equestrian sport in terms of treating and training riders as athletes.

Wood offers one-on-one consultations, equine rehab, and equestrian physio services, as well as a training app for riders. She emphasizes the importance of treating both the horse and the rider as a unit, rather than using the horse as fitness equipment. Wood combines physiotherapy with the specific needs of equestrians to address issues that may affect performance in the saddle.

Through her work, Wood aims to help riders understand foundational principles of physiotherapy for themselves and their horses, rather than relying on expensive gadgets. She believes that by critically evaluating treatments and interventions, riders can better care for their animals and improve their own performance in the sport. Wood’s approach to equestrian physio focuses on addressing acute injuries, chronic conditions, and overall performance and maintenance conditioning for both the horse and the rider.