Canine
Whether your canine is a family pet, working dog, racing greyhound or fly ball champion, they can all benefit from Physiotherapy. This could be following surgery, a competition injury, traffic accident or due to ageing and a lack of fitness. Physiotherapy can address these issues to manage your dog's health and happiness. Behaviour can be a good indicator of pain so new aggressive or withdrawn behaviours can be signs of discomfort.
Common Conditions Treated:
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Neck and back pain or stiffness
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Muscle imbalances and wasting
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Ligament and tendon injury
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Joint conditions - arthritis, hip and elbow dysplasia
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Post-operative rehabilitation - cruciate repair (TTA/TPLO), spinal decompression,
fracture repair, joint replacement or amputation
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Wound and scar tissue healing
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Neurological conditions - spinal/disc disease or trauma, myelopathy (CDRM),
nerve injury or neuropathy
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Lack of performance or fitness
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Post-competition soreness
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Exercise education and weight management advice
What To Look Out For:
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Lameness - limping or hopping
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Snapping, growling or yelping when touched or moved
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Demonstrating aggressive behaviour or becoming withdrawn
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Reluctance to play or go for a walk
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Struggling to get into the car or walk up and down stairs
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Falling over on slippery floors
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Struggling to move from lying or sitting into standing
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Excessively chewing a limb or paw
Treatments Used:
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Soft tissue techniques
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Remedial massage
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Joint mobilisations
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Electrotherapy - NMES
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LASER
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Active and passive stretches
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Proprioceptive and neurological rehabilitation
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Home exercise programs for strength, mobility and balance
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Owner education and advice on exercise and weight management





