Several
factors determine the number and frequency of adjustments required to
correct a problem. Your horse's age and physical condition are
important: young healthy horses will generally require fewer
adjustments than older horses or those with serious health problems.
The severity of the problem is another major factor: if permanent
damage has occurred, a return to full flexibility may not be possible
and multiple adjustments may be necessary to achieve the most
flexibility possible. The length of time the problem has been present
is also a factor: long-standing or chronic problems frequently require
more adjustments to correct than do acute problems.
Many horses
will show immediate improvement, but be aware that sometimes there is a
24-48 hour period of tiredness after an adjustment.