Sensitive withers can be the result of a subluxation in the upper thoracic spine. The cause can be from a poorly fitted saddle. Many english saddles are too narrow in the back thus pinching the lumbar spine and creating tension all the way up the spine to the withers. Many owners use pads to correct this problem but this is like putting on another pair of socks when your shoes are tight.
Please contact me so i can evaluate your horse and get you and your horse back to a fun experience.
Call Dr Bruce at 781-337-1180 or email me at Indekchiropractic@gmail.com
