Veterinary Physiotherapy

We are pleased to say that we work alongside Paddock and Paws a Veterinary Physiotherapy mobile service run by Laura Cole covering Hampshire and surrounding areas, specialising in Equine and Canine. Established in 2017, after gaining a BSc (hons) degree and becoming a member of the highly commendable governing body National Association of Veterinary Physiotherapists (NAVP).

At Paddock and Paws we can assess your animals in their static and dynamic form, identifying any points of weakness, including the use of a Stance Analyser. Palpation and joint range of movement is also performed to help highlight any imbalances and restrictions. Treatment will also include overlooking your animals home environment and how we can help improve their lifestyle.

Working under veterinary referral, conditions may vary from musculoskeletal, surgical cases, neurological deficits and degenerative problems. Each case is treated as an individual with therapies carefully chosen to benefit the patient, these methods may include massage, TENS machine, PEMFT and Laser. Bespoke exercise and strengthening programmes are made to improve the patient’s individual needs with adaptations carefully planned as the client progresses.

Why should you do hydrotherapy alongside physiotherapy?

Hydrotherapy and Physiotherapy treatments both help each other and at times it is necessary for patients to receive both physiotherapy and hydrotherapy treatment for multiple reasons. All patients will orthopaedic and neurological conditions will benefit from having physiotherapy and hydrotherapy alongside each other. Physiotherapy can also be great for fitness dogs as this can help with strength and conditioning.

Hydrotherapy can not always commence till they are x weeks clear from surgery. Physiotherapy is the perfect option in making sure your dog starts to weight bear correctly and maintain good joint range of movement from the very start. This helps reduce compensatory patterns and gives you a head start within your rehabilitation journey.

Laura works on a range of musculoskeletal problems and neurological issues with manual techniques which allows our hydrotherapists to gain a more correct gait pattern. The combination of this multi-disciplinary team helps ensure that every patient has the best treatment plan to suit their needs.

Both therapies can be adapted to suit you and your dog’s needs, commitment and lifestyle. We would however recommend that you have physiotherapy and hydrotherapy at least a day apart. Over the next couple of months, we will feature some case studies that have received both physiotherapy and hydrotherapy alongside each other.

To contact Laura at Paddock and Paws please use:

07429 556999

info@paddockandpaws.co.uk