Treatment | PHYSIOTHERAPY

Physiotherapists use a wide variety of techniques to relieve pain and improve function.  It is important to get the animal moving as well as possible with ‘hands-on’ techniques, relieve pain, then stabilise and strengthen to ensure prevention of recurring injuries. A home program is very important to maintain the condition in between sessions. In Australia you must be a human Physiotherapist to call yourself a ‘Physiotherapist’, and registered with AHPRA.  Physiotherapists then undertake post graduate qualifications to specialise in Animal Physiotherapy.

The Physiotherapy team at Holistic Animal Physiotherapy specialise in ‘hands-on’ treatment including mobilisation, massage, stretches, acupuncture, electrotherapy, balance and stability training, movement re-education and underwater treadmill training.  They take the time to make your animal to be comfortable with treatment in a positive environment.

We love to treat all small animals and yes we do treat CATS!!

Physiotherapy benefits include:

• Acceleration of rehabilitation process and restoration of function
• Reduction of pain and inflammation
• Improvement of joint range of motion and muscle strength
• Prevention of further movement dysfunctions or injuries
• Optimisation of performance in sport/show

Conditions treated:  (Much like a human case load)

• Orthopaedic – cruciate ligament/cartilage of knee (stifle); fractures; hip/elbow dysplasia; muscle and tendon injuries, patella luxation
• Neurological – including spinal injury, peripheral nerve
• Pre and Post surgical for any musculoskeletal/neurological condition
• Degenerative joint disease (osteoarthritis, geriatric)
• Back pain/ injury
• Soft tissue/ sporting injuries
• Poor conditioning (e.g. following cancer treatments, obesity, cardiovascular)

CONSULTATION – PHYSIOTHERAPY

The Physiotherapists provides a thorough assessment, (1-1.5 hours), including treatment, underwater treadmill, Class IV Laser therapy, acupuncture, advice and provision of home program.  The Physiotherapists are available for advice for ongoing management at any stage.

Following consultations are 30-60 minutes for physiotherapy treatment including all of the above modailities.

When?

Treatment should begin as soon as possible after an injury, preferably in early stages (even prior to surgery) to minimise secondary complications and maximise recovery. If you are not sure if Physiotherapy is appropriate and when is a good time to start feel free to ring any time to discuss your options.

Online Consultation

If you have a question or would like some advice visit this section HERE 

The Physiotherapy team at Holistic Animal Physiotherapy specialise in ‘hands-on’ treatment including mobilisation, massage, stretches, acupuncture, electrotherapy, balance and stability training, movement re-education and underwater treadmill training.  They take the time to make your animal to be comfortable with treatment in a positive environment.

Physiotherapy benefits include:

• Acceleration of rehabilitation process and restoration of function
• Reduction of pain and inflammation
• Improvement of joint range of motion and muscle strength
• Prevention of further movement dysfunctions or injuries
• Optimisation of performance in sport/show

Conditions treated:  (Much like a human case load)

• Orthopaedic – cruciate ligament/cartilage of knee (stifle); fractures; hip/elbow dysplasia; muscle and tendon injuries, patella luxation
• Neurological – including spinal injury, peripheral nerve
• Pre and Post surgical for any musculoskeletal/neurological condition
• Degenerative joint disease (osteoarthritis, geriatric)
• Back pain/ injury
• Soft tissue/ sporting injuries
• Poor conditioning (e.g. following cancer treatments, obesity, cardiovascular)

CONSULTATION – PHYSIOTHERAPY

The Physiotherapists provides a thorough assessment, (1-1.5 hours), including treatment, underwater treadmill, Class IV Laser therapy,  acupuncture, advice and provision of home program.  The Physiotherapists are available for advice for ongoing management at any stage.

Following consultations are 30-60 minutes for physiotherapy treatment including the above modalities. 

When?

Treatment should begin as soon as possible after an injury, preferably in early stages (even prior to surgery) to minimise secondary complications and maximise recovery. If you are not sure if Physiotherapy is appropriate and when is a good time to start feel free to ring any time to discuss your options.

Online Consultation

If you have a question or would like some advice visit this section HERE