CROSSWAYS KENNELS, CATTERY & HYDROTHERAPY

 

 
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AN INTRODUCTION
TO HYDROTHERAPY

In the past rehabilitation was an often overlooked field of veterinary medicine. Fortunately this situation has now changed.

Hydrotherapy has now become a recognised part of treatment and can be very useful for many conditions such as:

* Arthritis management

* Intervertebral disc disease (back & neck problems)

* Post-surgery (eg cruciate ligament repairs, hip surgery) Injuries in sporting dogs (agility/racing)

* Neurological conditions that result in weakness and difficulty walking

* Weight loss and general fitness

* Maintaining mobility in older dogs

* Management of joint conditions in young dogs - hip & elbow dysplasia, osteochondrosis (OCD)
Hydrotherapy can be used to help speed up recovery. Whether your pet is an elite athlete or a senior couch potato, conditions can arise that will benefit from
Hydrotherapy.
* Relieve pain
* Reduce swelling and inflammation
* Improve strength and flexibility
* Provide earlier return to normal function
* Prevent muscle wastage
* Decrease scar tissue formation
* Improve cardiovascular fitness
* Help with weight loss
* Have positive psychological effects