Veterinary Physio

Veterinary Physiotherapy is a science based profession specialising in the prevention and treatment of soft tissue Muscle, Ligament, tendon, joint and neurological conditions that affect movement and function. The aim of physiotherapy is to restore and maintain mobility, function, independence and performance.

Physiotherapy involves assessing the problems of each individual animal and designing a treatment plan accordingly. Physiotherapists have a large variety of treatment options to help to restore normal function. The techniques used include soft tissue and joint mobilisation and manipulation, massage, myofascial release and trigger point release. Electrotherapy such as laser, ultrasound, TENS and electrical muscle stimulation can be used in appropriate cases

Most animals require specific exercises to complete their rehabilitation, especially after surgery or an acute or chronic musculo-skeletal problem. Physiotherapists are able to devise individual exercise programs to help each animal reach their full potential.Physiotherapists can also give advice on your animals' environment that will help them perform tasks more easily. This can be extremely helpful for older animals or for those who have recently had surgery.