- Most animals demonstrate some immediate changes post treatment, but it commonly takes a couple of days for the animal to experience the full benefits of the adjustment.
- Although the nerve irritation and muscle tension have been removed, the muscles surrounding the joint, as well as the joint itself may still be sore. This will all depend on how long the subluxations were present. Now that the joints are no longer subluxated, it is important that you allow your horse to move around so that motion can be put back into these joints.
- Certain movements that once caused pain may have created a psychological barrier in your animal. It may take your horse some time to realize that the pain response is no longer present with these movements.
- Home instructions, such as stretching routines may be given so that your horses care continues even after the adjustment is done. Your horse may need to rest for 1-2 days, especially after the first treatment. It’s best to refrain from any hard stopping or backing the first day or two that you begin back riding your horse.