Canine Hydrotherapy Centre

Benefits Of Hydrotherapy

The buoyancy of water allows exercise to be non-weight bearing thus removing stress on the dog’s joints. The warm water can also act as an analgesic (pain reliever). A dog gains sensory feedback from the viscosity of the water which promotes the use of an injured joint or muscle. Muscle strength and tendon/ligament tone can also be increased through the resistance provided by the surface tension of the water.

In summary, hydrotherapy can benefit dogs in several ways:

• Relieves pain, swelling and stiffness
• Improves joint mobilisation and increases the range of movement
• Improves muscle strength and maintenance
• Improves circulation
• Improves cardiovascular fitness

Which conditions benefit from hydrotherapy?

• Pre- and post-operative conditioning
• Osteoarthritis
• OCD – Osteochondritis Dissecan/Osteoarthritis of the shoulder
• Hip Dysplasia
• CDRM (Chronic Degenerative Radiculomyelopathy)
• Spinal injuries
• Recovery from multiple injuries including fractures and neurological damage
• Cruciate ligament injuries and post-operative recovery
• Luxating/sub-luxating patellas
• Relaxation of muscle spasms
• Obesity (weight loss in conjunction with diet)
• Paralysis
• ‘Stroke’ patients
• Mental wellbeing

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