What is hydrotherapy?
Hydrotherapy is a non-weight bearing activity; this means your pet is able to exercise without the stresses & strains on their joints, plus the soothing warm water increases & improves circulation. This makes it perfect for the older dog that is experiencing arthritis, conditioning for endurance competitions and those who are recovering from operations or injuries that affect their mobility.
How can it help my pet?
Hydrotherapy can help with many conditions, including:
- Arthritis
- Hip dysplasia
- Obesity
- Before & after surgery (cruciate ligament repair, hip replacement, etc)
- Neurological conditions that affect mobility
- Spinal injuries
- Muscle spasms, wastage & weakness
- Injuries in working & sporting dogs
Why choose us?
- Qualified veterinary nurses trained in hydrotherapy & basic physiotherapy
- Individual assessment & treatment
- Fully heated swimming pool with jets to increase resistance
- Underwater treadmill with a variable water depth & speed
- Hot spa - warms up muscles before & after a session
- Buoyancy aids ensuring the safety of your dog whilst swimming
- All the equipment is filtered & sanitised. The water is tested every day so it is safe for use
What are the benefits?
There are a number of benefits which are listed below:
- Relieves pain
- Reduces swelling & inflammation
- Builds up muscles & prevents muscle wastage which therefore improves strength
- Improves flexibility
- Quickens recovery & normal return to function after an operation or injury
- Assists with weight loss where needed
- Improves cardiovascular fitness
- Increases sensory stimulation
What do I do next?
With the safety of your dog paramount, please seek the advice of your vet first as we need to be sure he/she is in a good state of health to undergo hydrotherapy treatment. Once your vet has referred your dog to us we will arrange an introductory session with you, where we will assess your dog & set up a structured rehabilitation program for him/her. We will give your vet regular updates on your dogs progress.
All appointments must be made in advance & will be booked through the Small Animal Hospital, prices and referral forms available on request.
Contact us on 0117 928 9420/9447