Welcome to The Soundness Check! In this introductory episode, hosts Dr. Michelle Correia (horse and human rehab specialist) and Dr. Rachel Buchholz (equine sports medicine veterinarian) share their backgrounds, why they started this podcast, and what you can expect from future episodes.We talk about our journeys in equestrian sports medicine, the gap we see between horse and rider care, and our shared goal of making performance science accessible, practical, and fun. To find Dr. Michelle Correia:<a href="http://www.stablebodypt.com" rel="nofollow"> Stable Body PT</a> or on instagram as @stablebodyptTo find Dr. Rachel Buchholz: <a href="https://equinepi.com" rel="nofollow">Northwest Equine Performance</a> or on instagram @doctorrachelb

What IS Soundness?

Equestrian sport performance isn’t just about the horse—or the rider. It’s about both.And it takes a team to support them as athletes.Hosted by Dr. Michelle Correia, a horse and human rehab specialist, and Dr. Rachel Buchholz, an equine sports medicine veterinarian, The Soundness Check delivers straight-talk conversations at the intersection of veterinary care, rider health, and sports performance.Each episode explores a different side of equestrian and equine sports medicine. Topics range from conditioning and injury prevention to biomechanics, rehab strategies, and balancing competitive equestrian life. With stories from the barn and the clinic, plus a touch of humor, this podcast blends science with real-world experience—making performance insights approachable and directly useful for riders, trainers, and equine professionals.Because when horse and rider are supported as athletes - both feel better and perform better.👉 Subscribe now and join us for a smarter, stronger ride.