Why Rehabilitation Therapy?
Like in human patients, physical rehabilitation has become a normal and expected course of treatment for particular conditions. In the hands of a trained practitioner, rehabilitation can bring about:
- Speedier post-operative recovery
- Reduced pain and accelerated healing of injured tissue
- Improved range of motion and muscle mass
- Strengthening, conditioning, and weight loss
- Better overall well-being and improved quality of life
When Should You Consider Rehabilitation for Your Pet?
- Orthopedic
- Joint surgery
- Arthritis
- Sports injuries
- Fracture repairs
- Tendon and ligament repairs
- Hip and elbow dysplasia
- Neurologic
- Post-operative spinal or disc surgeries
- Wobbler’s syndrome
- Uncoordinated movement (ataxia)
- Peripheral nerve injuries
- General
- Chronic pain
- Aging (weakness, stiffness, arthritis)
- Obesity/weight reduction and maintenance
- Strength and fitness training
