Animal Rehabilitation
Your primary care veterinarian may recommend rehabilitation for your animal following a major illness or injury. The types of problems that can benefit from physical therapy generally include surgical recovery, certain neurological conditions, orthopedic injuries, weight management and pain management.
Some area rehabilitation centers and most university veterinary departments offer a variety of modalities to include:
- Whirpool & Hydrotherapy
- Therapeutic Ultrasound
- Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation
- Cryotherapy
- Heat Therapy
- Underwater Treadmill
- Therapeutic Exercises
- Massage Therapy
Many pets achieve a quicker and more complete return to function following an serious illness or injury with a managed rehabilitation.
Just like people, pets age and their bodies develop adhesions, decreased range of motion or degenerative diseases such as osteoarthritis. With the assistance of your veterinarian, you can manage an at-home rehab program to strengthen your pet's joints and muscles, increase their stamina and provide an overall improvement in their quality of life.
