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Head-To-Tail Relief & Balancing
For the Equine Athlete

Using the renowned Stride-Right Headfirst Approach Method, we provide whole-body deep-tissue muscle therapy & physical therapy to enhance your horse's well-being and performance.

Why Choose First-Class Equine Bodywork?

A Stride-Right Certified Provider

At First Class Equine Bodywork, we offer specialized hands-on equine bodywork and deep muscle therapy using the proven Headfirst Approach Method, created and perfected by Taryn Stillwell from Stride-Right Specialty Bodywork. Our techniques are tailored to provide the highest level of care, ensuring your horse receives the most effective and personalized therapy available.

Full Body, Hands-On Therapy

No gimmicks here. We use the power of touch and targeted deep-muscle work to release tension, improve circulation and range of motion, and promote faster recovery from physical exertion or injury. No matter if you have a high-performing champion or a retired pasture companion, your horse will experience immediate relief and gradual, long-term release and improvement.

For Any Horse & Any Discipline

Offering your horse quality bodywork is not a luxury but a necessity. Choosing First Class Equine Bodywork means selecting a partner committed to your horse's well-being from head to tail. Our hands-on approach focuses on providing real, deep muscle therapy that considers the unique needs of both horse and owner. No matter your discipline, your horse deserves the First Class treatment!

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Book a Session for Your Horse Today!

Contact us to book a 90-minute bodywork session for your equine partner and experience the First Class difference. We serve all of Central Ohio! Just click the button to get started.

Services

Equine Massage & Bodywork

Our Equine Bodywork sessions focus on restoring and enhancing your horse's physical capabilities. We employ the Stride-Right Headfirst Approach Method to address various conditions, including reduced range of motion, muscle imbalances, tightness, and even problems under saddle. Through our hands-on techniques, we aim to improve mobility, strength, and coordination. Each session lasts approximately 1h30min and includes:

  • Deep tissue muscle work
  • Myofascial release
  • Range of motion stretches
  • Sinus drainage
  • Equine headache relief

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Meet Your Therapist

 

First Class

Lauren Davi Doucher, CEMT

Hello! I'm Lauren Davi Doucher, a lifelong horse lover and founder of First Class Equine Bodywork. I am a Stride-Right HeadFirst Approach Graduate & Certified Provider dedicated to enhancing the well-being and performance of horses through targeted, hands-on bodywork to alleviate discomfort, improve mobility, and restore balance. Whether your horse is a companion, competitor, or both, I am committed to providing first-class care that supports their overall health and vitality.