The Benefits of Canine
Remedial Massage
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
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Helping the owner connect with their dog

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
