OVERVIEW
What to expect from a treatment
Please make sure your dog/horse is clean and dry in a quiet comfortable area.
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A detailed case history will be taken.
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A static assessment of the animal's conformation, posture and condition will be carried out.
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A dynamic assessment will include a walk and trot up and turning in a circle (for horses this may include ridden work or on the lunge) to assess gait quality.
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Palpation- your animal will be thoroughly felt to assess muscle size, symmetry and tone as well as detecting joint range of motion, connective tissue quality and any signs of pain.
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Treatment will be given (see below for range of techniques used).
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Remedial exercises are explained to the owner for them to continue at home between treatment sessions.
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A full report of your animal will be sent to you and your veterinarian detailing the therapy assessment and treatment session and any remedial exercises.
Techniques used during treatment sessions
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Massage
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Myofasical release, trigger and stress point release
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Stretching
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Mobilisations (including Osteopathic techniques)
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Electrotherapy: Laser therapy, Ultrasound, Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Therapy, H-wave therapy, Neuromuscular electrical stimulation, TENS
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Thermotherapy (heat) and cryotherapy (ice)
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Remedial exercises (for example, pole work, weight shifting, training aids and exercises on an incline).
It is a legal requirement (under sections 19 & 20 of the Veterinary Surgeons Act 1966 and the Veterinary Surgery Exemptions Order 1962) that there is Veterinary permission in place before physiotherapy treatment can commence.
Please CLICK HERE for a Veterinary Referral Form (for both equine and canine treatments).