Physiotherapy at Honeysuckle Veterinary Rehabilitation Centre is assessment lead, ensuring treatment is individual for your pet. We believe in a holistic approach to rehabilitation, promoting exercise and health management. Initial consultations are 60 minutes, allowing a thorough examination and treatment planning.
The aim of physiotherapy is improved function and performance by:
- Reducing pain
- Promoting healing
- Promoting joint flexibility/ range of movement
- Strengthening muscles
- Improved cardiovascular fitness
- Maintaining or improving mobility in elderly animals
- Prevention of re-occurrence of injury
Treatment may include:
Water based physiotherapy; hydrotherapy and water treadmill treatment.
Electrotherapy; including TENS/ NMES, Ultrasound/ Laser and BioMagnetic Therapy.
Manual Therapy; including soft tissue and joint mobilisation
Exercise Therapy; specialised therapeutic exercises to promote flexibility, strength and coordination.