Knowledge is powerful - especially when it’s applied with care and curiosity. Through her books and online courses, Chartered Physiotherapist Sue Palmer shares over 30 years of experience helping horses and humans move freely, comfortably, and confidently.
Physiotherapy is grounded in science, but there’s an art to applying that science to real life. Sue’s teaching helps you understand not just what to do, but why — giving you the confidence to recognise change early and support your horse’s long-term well-being.
“My aim is to translate the science - so horse owners, riders, and professionals can make sense of it and use it in everyday practice.”
Sue’s online programmes distil decades of evidence, experience, and empathy into structured, accessible learning - designed for owners, riders, trainers, and professionals who want to deepen their understanding of comfort, performance, and behaviour.
Each course combines clear explanations with practical insight, helping you connect science and feel, observation and action.
Offer flexible, self-paced learning you can access anywhere
Combine science-based theory with practical demonstrations
Include downloadable resources, checklists, and case studies
Build your ability to observe, act early, and prevent problems
Inspire you to support your horse’s comfort, performance, and partnership
This course is excellent! Its concise and informative course for all horse owners who have horses with Kissing Spines. Its particularly helpful for horse owners who feel out of their depth with their horses diagnosis as Sue does a great job of cov...
Read MoreThis course is excellent! Its concise and informative course for all horse owners who have horses with Kissing Spines. Its particularly helpful for horse owners who feel out of their depth with their horses diagnosis as Sue does a great job of covering all physical and emotional aspects of managing a horse with Kissing Spines, alongside a vast array of exercises and support available. Well worth the course fee and a must read for all horse owners and not just those with horses with Kissing Spines.
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Learn to massage your equine friend from head to hoof with this introduction to horse massage, including 10 video lessons, from Sue Palmer, The Horse Physio.
£89.99
This course empowers you to promote your horse's well-being proactively and provides practical exercises to identify signs of discomfort, helping you to ensure your horse's health, happiness, and performance.
£49.99
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This practical, educational, and easy-to-follow course gives you the knowledge and skills you need to massage your own horse.
£249.99
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Kissing spines in horses, either suspected or diagnosed, can be daunting for owners. This course offers long-term management solutions. Find trustworthy information, hope, and support for your horse's rehabilitation.
£129.99
This video course shares effective stretches for all horses, promoting comfort, movement, and performance. Gain insights into the science behind stretching while improving your horse's well-being.
£49.99
Join a gentle, expert-led membership for equestrians. Access on-demand courses, bite-sized books, monthly Q&As, and a kind, no-pressure community. Just £10/month with a 7-day free trial. Prioritise well-being—for you and your horse.
£10 / month with 7 day free trial
Sue’s books bring together research, reflection, and practical guidance, written for anyone who wants to understand the real connection between pain, behaviour, and performance.
(co-authored with Dr Sue Dyson)
This ground-breaking book introduces the Ridden Horse Ethogram, a scientifically validated tool for recognising subtle pain-related behaviours in ridden horses. Together, Sue and Dr Dyson show you how understanding can transform partnership and performance.
Sue’s signature framework, the BPT approach, helps you explore whether your horse’s challenges stem from mental, physical, or training factors — and how to address them thoughtfully and effectively.
A clear, practical guide to equine massage that helps you connect more deeply with your horse’s body. Learn how to develop a safe, effective routine to reduce stiffness, ease tension, and improve comfort.
Sue’s teaching combines:
Science and sensitivity: grounded in research, delivered with empathy
Practical experience: built on three decades of real-world physiotherapy
Proactive philosophy: helping owners act early to maintain health and harmony
Accessible education: empowering you to use evidence, not guesswork
Learning with Sue means joining a community of thoughtful horse owners who believe in gentle, evidence-informed horsemanship - where science and soul meet.
“"She turned my moody mare into a happy horse."”
Sue’s nomination for Your Horse’s Inspiration Award from Andrea Parry-Clarke“"This exciting collection of practical tips encourages the reader to look at life from their horse’s point of view, with unique hand drawn cartoons that have them giggling to themselves while they read."”
Staffordshire Outlook’s review of Sue’s fantastic book Helpful Horse Hints.“"Get your nose into one of these reads and grey January will be over in a flash"”
Horse and Hound listing “Understanding Horse Performance Brain, Pain, or Training?” as a recommended read AGAIN!“"Whether you are struggling with a training issue or want to improve your relationship with your horse, Sue Palmer’s wise words will help."”
Horse Magazine recommending “Understanding Horse Performance Brain, Pain, or Training?” as their book of the month in December 2016“"I definitely feel equipped to carry out this routine for my own horse now that I’ve seen the DVD, and recommend it as an easy, effective way to learn this new skill."”
Review of Sue’s DVD: Horse Massage for Horse Owners from the Horsemanship Magazine.“"We are trying to raise awareness to help protect the general public from unscrupulous practitioners."”
Sue as quoted in Frontline, raising awareness of chartered physiotherapists.Would you love to help your horse feel looser, more comfortable, and more connected?
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