About Dr. Joanna Frantz
Joanna earned both her Masters and Doctorate Degrees in Physical Therapy from Washington University in St Louis, School of Medicine.

Joanna is currently a contracted Physical Therapist for the US Para-Equestrian Dressage Team. She is part of a small group of equestrian physical therapists who have earned an advanced level certification as a USEF Human Sports Science Medicine Practitioner. This rider assessment is part of a program headed up by Andy Thomas, the physical therapist who works with Team Great Brittan and Team USA with the USEF. This program is specifically designed to help the rider correct common faulty movement patterns, prevent injury, and understand how this will affect performance on the horse.

​She grew up riding in Connecticut and was an accomplished young equestrian. On her free time, Joanna continues to ride and show locally in Jacksonville, FL.
 About Refine Your Ride Assessments
Physical Therapy and Equestrian Performance Enhancement for the
Balanced Rider and Balanced Horse
This assessment, centered on you, aims to identify your riding weaknesses and imbalances. Why should we do this? Consider for example your performance,
Do you...
  • Collapse on one side?
  • Feel better on one rein compared to the other?
  • Fix with one arm?
  • Prefer to turn to one side?
  • Have too much weight on one part of the saddle?
  • Always run out to the same side?
  • Fall behind the movement?
  • Have back, hip, or other joint pain?
If any of the above examples apply to you, then a personal plan will help you correct your rider muscle imbalances. 

Personalized Manual and Exercise Training

All on-site riders will receive hands on manual treatment by Dr. Joanna Frantz and an individualized exercise program. This program will be progressed following the riders needs. This can be done on-site or online.