Kristin is an equine and human physiotherapist. After many years of working in musculoskeletal and sports physiotherapy, she undertook further training in equine physiotherapy, working closely with leading veterinarians and physiotherapists in the field of equine rehabilitation. Her clinical work is grounded in biomechanical analysis and exercise prescription, and she is passionate about providing practical, evidence-based solutions to help both horse and rider reach their full performance potential.Along with her business partner, Emma Mathlin, Kristin has worked with associations including Equestrian NSW, the National High Performance Squads, Dressage NSW Young Riders, and has consulted for equestrian associations and thoroughbred racing / breeding. She has presented for groups such as the Australian Physiotherapy Association, International Association of Veterinary Rehabilitation and Physical Therapy, Swiss Federation of Animal Physiotherapy, The Association of Chartered Physiotherapists in Animal Therapy, Onlinepethealth and Dr David Marlin. An experienced human and animal physiotherapist, Emma works with horses and riders of all levels and disciplines. In addition to master's level animal physiotherapy qualifications, she has also completed a post graduate master's in sports science. As part of this study she conducted research into the effect of rider experience on the horse kinematics of show jumping. At an elite level, Emma has worked with the Australian equestrian team, attending both the World Equestrian Games in 2014 and the Rio 2016 Olympics. She is interested in all areas of equestrian performance, including fitness and posture training for riders and biomechanical analysis and movement training for horse and rider. She loves to assist the horse and rider partnership to improve their performance. Along with her business partner, Kristin Dean, Emma has worked with associations including Equestrian NSW, the National High Performance Squads, Dressage NSW Young Riders, and has consulted for equestrian associations and thoroughbred racing / breeding. She has presented for groups such as the Australian Physiotherapy Association, International Association of Veterinary Rehabilitation and Physical Therapy, Swiss Federation of Animal Physiotherapy, The Association of Chartered Physiotherapists in Animal Therapy, Onlinepethealth and Dr David Marlin.
""Building the Balanced Horse: Training Strategies for Injury Prevention is very clear and well-structured. I think all riders should have it as a resource."" - Eva Tasic, KiroVet "" I have found Equimotion's new book, ""Building the Balanced Horse"" to be an extremely helpful tool in learning how to train our horses to make them the happiest and healthiest versions of themselves. It's been so interesting to think about horse training from more of a physiological perspective and to consider not overtraining muscles. Significant injuries are so common and so hard for both horses and owners so anything I can do to prevent that I really value and this book has definitely been a great tool in injury prevention. I would highly recommend to any horse owner or anyone working in the industry."" - Claire Minetti