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Nice to meet you!
I'm Fiona, your new go-to equine bodyworker, serving the greater Seattle, WA area. I provide massage and myofascial therapy as well as Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Therapy (PEMF) for your beloved equines. I regularly service Woodinville, Monroe, Bellevue, Issaquah, Carnation, Maple Valley, Auburn & Kent. I am licensed and insured, so you can relax knowing that your horse is in qualified hands.
Dr. Fiona Boardman, LAMP, PhD (Biology)
Why Myofascial release?
Fiona is trained in equine structural integration, a bodywork philosophy that aims to systematically addresses the entire body through the fascial network. The goal of the work is to restore balance and function in the body as whole by addressing the connective tissue that holds us animals together. Relieving fascial adhesions and improving gliding among tissues can improving your horse's biomechanics and ease of movement. Manual work ranges from gentle to more intensive, to suit your horse's needs and comfort. This form of myofascial (="muscle" + "fascia") release can help treat chronic pain and tension, support soundness, aid in rehabilitation and improve performance, among other benefits.
Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Therapy
Services & Pricing
NEW: Magnawave PEMF Booking for August 2025
Full Body Massage and Myofascial Release
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Myofascial Release and PEMF Bundle
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Full Body PEMF session
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Target PEMF session
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Kinesiology Taping (inquire for add-on)
$100
$160
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$20+
$10 Travel fee. Additional fee for >45 miles from Seattle.
Travel Fee waived for 2+ horses.
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Regularly servicing Woodinville, Monroe, Bellevue, Issaquah, Carnation, Maple Valley, Auburn & Kent
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Inquire for discounted rates on mini horses and young horses
New Client Info
​1. Please text (206-235-2294) or email (fcboardman@gmail.com) to schedule
2. Click here to fill out New Client Intake and Hold Harmless form
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Plan ahead! Ideally, your horse will have the rest of the day off following their session to adjust to changes in their body. Plan your ride for before the session, and schedule only light work the following day. Exceptions to this are horse show sessions. ​
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Prepare! Horses should have relatively clean and dry bodies for their session. Make sure they are blanketed or sheltered if it is raining. Please do not use slippery coat sprays before the session.
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Be mindful! You are welcome to attend your horse's session, but please avoid distracting your horse so that they can focus on their session and the sensations in their body
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Ask Questions! Feel free to ask me questions about what I'm doing or feeling at any time, or follow up with me about any notes ​
Thank you for choosing Open Stride Equine Therapy! I look forward to helping you and your horse
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Washington State Large Animal Massage Lic#AM61492841
Insured by Associated Bodywork & Massage Professionals | ABMP
About Me.
Fiona has loved horses for as long as she can remember and was fortunate to train and show in the jumpers as a teenager. While in graduate school, Fiona bought a 4-year-old off-the-track thoroughbred mare and began a journey of education on holistic and ethical horse care and training. After seeing the change that these practices made in her own young mare, Fiona wanted to further her education to help other horses. Today, as a graduate of the Equine Natural Movement School, Fiona is a certified Equine Structural Integration therapist and licensed Large Animal Massage Practitioner (NBCAAM). Fiona also holds PhD in Biology from the University of Washington, where she has published in several peer-reviewed scientific journals.
Fiona is a lifelong learner and student of the horse. As a biologist, she continuously seeks to deepen her understanding of the equine body and expand her toolkit to help horses feel and perform their best.
My Education & Qualifications
2022-2023
LAMP & Structural Integrator
Equine Natural Movement School
Fiona completed a 500 hour course at the Equine Natural Movement School under renowned equine structural integrator, Joseph Freeman. Fiona is a NBCAAM certified equine massage therapist and licensed Large Animal Massage Practitioner (LAMP).
2020-2024
PhD Biology
University of Washington
In spring of 2024, Fiona graduated with a PhD in biology. She is a published author in several peer-reviewed scientific journals. Fiona enjoys applying her scientific training towards assessing and helping horses, as well as staying up to date on new research concerning equine therapy and welfare.
2015-2019
Bachelor of Science, Biology
University of Washington
Clinics & Education
Fiona is available to teach clinics!
Content is flexible, and can be geared towards "PT" exercises to do with your horse between bodywork session, or manual bodywork techniques tailored towards each horse. When teaching clinics, Fiona draws on her experience teaching at the university level and giving talks at conferences around the country.
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Please contact me if you're interested in hosting a clinic!