I remember my mom going after the horse with a broom after it left it's hoof print on my sisters butt. Me, I learned to be very close and learn to step fast, when they try to step on your toes. Otherwise, if you lean into the horse they can't get the foot up high enough to kick out. also, a rope across the nose with a halter on helps a bit if you have to yank it to get their attention. You BOSS, they HORSE.

I hope you put some tiger balm on your bruise and you feel right as rain soon.