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![]() HYDROTHERAPY Physical rehabilitation, an integral part of the human injury recovery regime for decades, is now available to dogs that suffer from similar types of injuries and disabilities. With hydrotherapy, we can introduce therapeutic exercise post surgery much quicker than if land based only. Its value is the effect of the warmth and pressure of the water as well as the buoyancy provided.How Does It Work? The underlying principles of hydrotherapy depend on the physical properties of water to aid in the strengthening and re-education of the dogs limbs.The buoyancy of water decreases the impact on weight-bearing areas of the body. This can reduce pain, allow a greater range of movement, and ease stiff joints. The warmth of the water can increase flexibility, mobility and contractility of muscles by allowing them to relax. It also promotes circulation, which aids healing. Hydrostatic forces of the water can help to reduce inflammation (swelling) of injured joints, therefore providing pain relief. Resistance caused by your dog moving in water increases muscle strength and cardiovascular fitness (like aqua-aerobics). Could Hydrotherapy Help My Dog? Hydrotherapy can help with:
MANY PET INSURANCE COMPANIES WILL PAY FOR HYDROTHERAPY IF YOUR VETERINARY SURGEON REFERS YOU. |
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