The benefits of hydrotherapy are varied such as:
✓ Relief of pain, swelling and stiffness
✓ Helps joint mobilisation and encourages full range of motion (ROM)
✓ Builds and maintains muscle mass
✓ Improving cardio vascular fitness
✓ Proprioceptive gait training
✓ Assists with hydrophobic dogs to get them used to water.
✓ Cautious fracture loading
✓ Speeds gait retraining
✓ Improves balance while walking
✓ Which ultimately improves a dogs mental state
There a many conditions that will benefit from hydrotherapy including:
Arthritis
Hip & Elbow dysplasia
CDRM
Cruciate ligament problems
Spinal problems
Pre and post-operative muscle maintenance
Weight control
And general fitness for pets, working, show and agility dogs
Because we use an underwater treadmill which is partial weight bearing we can vary the water level and speed of the treadmill meaning we can provide a unique treatment course tailored to your own dog’s needs.
