Small Animal Physiotherapy

Veterinary physiotherapy is a specialised field that focuses on the rehabilitation and enhancement of the mobility and overall wellbeing of animals. By employing a range of techniques such as manual therapies, electrotherapies and exercise prescription, veterinary physiotherapists aim to alleviate pain, improve muscle function, and promote recovery from injuries or surgeries. This discipline not only benefits athletic animals but also older pets suffering from osteoarthritis or other musculoskeletal pathologies. Through a tailored approach, veterinary physiotherapy plays a crucial role in enhancing an animal's mobility with the aim of improving quality of life, aiding recovery, and supporting their physical health over time. We most commonly provide physiotherapy for dogs, cats and rabbits.

There are a wide range of orthopaedic and neurological conditions that can affect animals of all ages, from youngsters right through to our older companions, it is never too late to start making positive changes. Physiotherapy can be beneficial to:

• Aid pain management & inflammation

• Promote healing

• Improve joint flexibility

• Maintain and rebuild muscle mass

• Improve balance and co-ordination

• Increase proprioceptive awareness

Physiotherapy can be beneficial to medically managed as well as surgical cases and, in all cases, aims to enhance healing and compliment treatments or surgeries carried out by your vet. Some conditions which can benefit from physiotherapy include: