Table 1.
Glossary of terms.
Qualified Saddle Fitters (SMSQSF) | Society of Master Saddlers Qualified Saddle Fitters |
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Master Saddle Fitter (SMSMSF) | SMS master saddle fitters will hold the Society saddle fitting qualification, will have a minimum of seven years’ experience and will either be a member in their own right or will be employed by a member. They will also either be a Master Saddler or hold the Society’s Flocking & Flocking Adjustment qualification and will have provided references from both customers and fellow saddle fitters. |
Master Saddler (SMSMS) | Master Saddlers are trained, skilled and qualified in their own right to make and repair saddlery. They will have a minimum of 7 years’ experience in the trade. Master Saddlers do not necessarily have retail premises. |
Musculoskeletal practitioner | Musculoskeletal practitioners include animal/veterinary physiotherapists, animal chiropractors, animal osteopaths and animal massage therapists. |
Multidisciplinary team | Professionals from different disciplines working in collaboration for a common goal |