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Massage Therapy
Did you know canine masssage is a safe natural alternative to the use of anti-inflammatories to manage your dog's pain?
Here are some diagnosed conditions that are proven to ease with canine massage therapy.
- Muscle atrophy following bone fractures, cruciate ligament repair, TPO, TPLO, TTA, FHO (Massage ONLY after 4-6+ weeks following surgery).
- Developmental Joint Disease e.g. hip or elbow dysplasia.
- Osteoarthritis (OA).
- Soft tissue injuries - muscle or tendon spasms, stress points, strains and adhesions as well as ligament sprains, e.g. dropped hocks, medial shoulder instability, biceps tendonitis.
- Neurological conditions and age-related immobility issues e.g. vestibular syndrome.
Improvements with massage:
- Reduction of pain which significantly improves quality of life and comfort levels.
- Reduced depression, stress, anxiety and fear which improves mental wellbeing.
- Reduced muscle soreness or stiffness which improves movement and gait.
- Reduction of inflammation and swelling for improved healing.
- Relaxation of muscle spasms and trigger points.
- Improved elasticity of tight or adhered fascia (myofascial release).
- Improved flexibility, range of motion and lubrication within joints.
- Improved balance and proprioception.
- Improved competitive conditioning for enhanced fitness, increased muscle mass or strength and faster recovery.
