help with my new in season mare

[madeleine1]

my mare is in season and i rode her anyway and she was really stiff through her bk and now has what looks like raised musles on the back just before her bum/back legs right at the top. would it be better if i didnt ride her for a couple of days?

is this normal?

she doesnt seem to be in pain and is just a little slower then usual but is definatly stiff. and advice very welcome

 

[Liesel]

I am surprised your mare is stiff due to being in season. Perhaps she has tweaked herself in the stable.

I would give her a few days off and if no improvement get the vet out.