The Benefits
General Benefits of Canine Massage
There are many benefits to be had by the canine patient who receives massage as therapy.
These include
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Increased relaxation through activation of the sympathetic nervous system- this can reduce anxiety
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Improved circulation- assisting in removal of waste products and assisting healing
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Reducing muscle tension that causes pain
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Addressing compensatory muscle tightness and soreness through altered postures following injury or surgery
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Improved muscle length leading to improved joint range of motion
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Accelerated recovery following exercise
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Scar re-education following injury or surgery
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Maintaining and prolonging mobility in senior pets through ease of motion and reduction in pain
Conditions that Benefit from Massage
Orthopedic
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Arthritis- improves ease of joint movement and reduces secondary muscle compensatory soreness
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Elbow dysplasia- reduces tension and soreness in muscles in close proximity
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Hip dysplasia- reduces tension and soreness in muscles in close proximity
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Neck and back pain- reduces muscle spasm and pain
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Spondylosis- improve spinal mobility through reduction in muscle tension
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Limb amputation- ese compensatory muscle soreness
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Senior pets with generalised stiffness and soreness
Neurological
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IVDD- surgical or conservative management- management of compensatory muscle tension in non–affected limbs, and maintain circulation in affected limbs
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Wobblers- management of compensatory muscle tension and soreness in the cervical spine
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Degenerative neurological conditions- management of compensatory muscle tension and soreness, and increasing circulation to affected limbs
General Benefits of Canine Hydrotherapy
There are many benefits to be had by the canine patient who receives hydrotherapy.
These include
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Increase blood circulation
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Anti-inflammatory due to hydrostatic pressure of water
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Improved muscle strength
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Build muscle mass
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Increase endurance and stamina
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Accelerated recovery following orthopedic surgery
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Gait re-education following injury or surgery
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Maintaining and prolonging mobility in senior pets through ease of motion and support of joints and muscles
Conditions that Benefit from Hydrotherapy
Orthopedic
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Arthritis
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Elbow and hip dysplasia
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Luxating patella
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Spinal injuries
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Cruciate ligament injuries
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Limb amputation
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Senior or overweight pets with limited mobility
Neurological
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IVDD
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Wobblers
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Degenerative neurological conditions
General Benefits of Laser therapy
There are many benefits to be had by the canine patient who receives laser therapy.
These include
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Decrease inflammation
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Pain management
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Accelerated wound and tissue healing
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Accelerated recovery following surgery
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Maintaining and prolonging mobility in senior pets through reduction in pain
Conditions that Benefit from Laser therapy
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Chronic arthritis
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Surgical incisions
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Tendon and ligament injuries
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Traumatic injuries
Laser Therapy is particularly good for pets with limited medical treatment options such as those with liver disease that cannot take medication, or those with diminished organ function.
