Physiotherapy
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Custom Bracing
Helping Dogs With
- Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
- Osteoarthritis
- Cruciate Disease
- Fracture Repair
- Spondylosis
- Muscle Strains
- Patella Luxation
- Tendonitis/tenosynovitis
- Osteochondritis Dissecans
- Lumbosacral Disease
- Shoulder Instability
- Intervertebral Disc Disease
Just as humans benefit from physiotherapy, your canine companion can too. We are movement and function specialists, helping to optimize healing, improve mobility and prevent further ailment progression.
Physiotherapy for dogs offers a holistic approach to canine well-being, providing numerous benefits that enhance their overall health and vitality. From managing pain and promoting joint health to improving mobility, muscle strength, and circulation, physiotherapy plays a pivotal role in optimizing the quality of life for dogs. Whether aiding in post-surgery recovery, addressing chronic conditions, or simply fostering better body awareness, this specialized care empowers dogs to lead active and fulfilling lives. Through a combination of targeted exercises, therapeutic modalities, and a personalized treatment plan, physiotherapy not only alleviates discomfort but also strengthens the bond between pet and owner, ensuring a happy and healthy journey for our four-legged companions.
Pain Management
Improved Mobility and Range of Motion
Physiotherapy exercises focus on enhancing joint flexibility, muscle strength, and overall mobility. This is particularly beneficial for senior dogs, those with orthopedic issues, or pets recovering from injuries, helping them regain and maintain optimal movement.
Muscle Strengthening
Targeted exercises designed by a physiotherapist can strengthen specific muscle groups, addressing imbalances and promoting stability. This is crucial for dogs with muscle atrophy, weakness, or those undergoing rehabilitation after surgery.
Faster Recovery After Surgery or Injury
Physiotherapy plays a crucial role in post-surgery recovery by promoting healing, reducing swelling, and preventing complications. It helps dogs regain strength and function more quickly, facilitating a smoother recovery process.
Weight Management
Maintaining a healthy weight is essential for preventing or managing various health conditions in dogs. Physiotherapy can include exercises and activities that support weight management, reducing the risk of musculoskeletal issues associated with obesity.
Enhanced Circulation and Healing
Certain physiotherapy techniques, such as massage, stretches, PMFT and laser therapy can improve blood circulation. This increased blood flow helps deliver nutrients and oxygen to tissues, promoting faster healing and reducing inflammation.
Joint Health
Physiotherapy can address joint issues, including arthritis and stiffness. Therapeutic exercises and joint mobilizations help maintain joint flexibility and slow down the progression of degenerative conditions.
Increased Body Awareness
Physiotherapy engages your dog both mentally and physically. As they perform specific exercises and activities, they develop better body awareness, coordination, and balance, which can be especially helpful for dogs with neurological issues.
Management of Chronic Conditions
Dogs with chronic conditions, such as degenerative myelopathy or intervertebral disc disease, can benefit from ongoing physiotherapy to manage symptoms, improve function, and maintain a higher quality of life.
Enhanced Bonding
Participating in your dog’s physiotherapy sessions allows for increased interaction and bonding. As you engage in exercises and activities together, it strengthens the emotional connection between you and your pet.
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Initial Consultation £80 +VAT
A comprehensive assessment of your dog's individual areas of concern. Planning of therapy choice and frequency; goal setting to ensure treatment is as effective as possible. Approximately 1 hour session with detailed report provision.
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Physiotherapy £47 +VAT
Experienced and effective therapist provision of a variety of modalities - massage, joint mobilisation, therapeutic exercises, simple and effective home management solutions. Electrotherapies inclusive of laser, ultrasound and TENS/NMES available. Approximately 40 minute sessions.
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Laser Therapy £25 +VAT
The benefits of laser are widely understood - anti-inflammatory, localised pain relief and enhanced rates of healing included. Laser is most effective with regular application. These sessions are 20 minutes in duration.
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Hydrotherapy £35 +VAT
Working in warm water provides a non-weight bearing, proprioceptively enriched environment which can have a radical impact on a rehabilitation programme. Sporting dogs can gain the advantage via muscle recruitment, cardio input and balance improvements. Sessions are 40 minutes duration.
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Combined Hydro Physio £66 +VAT
Combining the modalities of hydrotherapy and physiotherapy maximises the impact of the work achieved due to the complimentary outcomes. This offers a discounted rate compared to individually prices therapies. Sessions are 80 minutes in duration.
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Therapeutic Exercise Delivery £20 +VAT
Therapeutic exercise delivery can be difficult for some people, so we have decided to offer this as a standalone session in our custom canine gym room, to be able to effectively deliver these targeted exercise modalities. Approx. 15-20 minute duration.
Contact Us
- 07300 020 514
- bookings@apolloanimalphysio.com
- apolloanimalphysio@gmail.com
- Apollo Animal Physiotherapy, Old Haine Road, Ramsgate, CT12 5AG
