Physiotherapy

Physiotherapy at VIMS Pet Hospital: Restoring Mobility and Enhancing Quality of Life
At VIMS Pet Hospital, we understand the importance of mobility and comfort for your pet's overall well-being. Our dedicated Physiotherapy department offers specialized rehabilitation programs designed to help your pet recover from injuries, surgeries, or manage chronic conditions, restoring their mobility and enhancing their quality of life.

Understanding Veterinary Physiotherapy:
Veterinary physiotherapy uses a variety of techniques to improve your pet's physical function, reduce pain, and promote healing. It's a vital part of a comprehensive approach to recovery and management of various conditions.

Conditions That Benefit from Physiotherapy:
Physiotherapy can be beneficial for pets with a wide range of conditions, including:
Post-operative recovery: Following orthopedic surgeries (fracture repair, cruciate ligament surgery), soft tissue surgeries, and neurological surgeries.
Arthritis and degenerative joint disease: Managing pain and improving joint mobility.
Muscle strains, sprains, and other soft tissue injuries: Promoting healing and reducing inflammation.
Neurological conditions: Such as intervertebral disc disease (IVDD), nerve damage, and degenerative myelopathy.
Obesity management: Improving mobility and promoting weight loss.
Geriatric care: Maintaining mobility and comfort in senior pets.

Our Physiotherapy Services:
Our comprehensive physiotherapy services include:
Individualized Treatment Plans: Our experienced veterinary physiotherapists will conduct a thorough assessment of your pet's condition and develop a personalized treatment plan to address their specific needs.
Manual Therapies:
Massage: To relieve muscle tension, improve circulation, and reduce pain.
Joint Mobilization: To improve joint range of motion and reduce stiffness.
Stretching: To improve flexibility and reduce muscle tightness.
Therapeutic Exercises:
Passive Range of Motion (PROM): Moving your pet's limbs through their range of motion to maintain joint flexibility.
Active Exercises: Exercises that your pet performs themselves to strengthen muscles and improve coordination.
Underwater Treadmill Therapy: Using a water-filled treadmill to reduce stress on joints and provide resistance for strengthening. (If you have this equipment)
Therapeutic Ultrasound: Using sound waves to promote tissue healing and reduce pain.
Laser Therapy: Using specific wavelengths of light to promote tissue healing, reduce pain, and reduce inflammation.
Cryotherapy (Cold Therapy): Using cold packs or ice to reduce inflammation and pain.
Heat Therapy: Using heat packs or warm compresses to increase blood flow and relax muscles.
Home Exercise Programs: We will provide you with instructions on how to continue your pet's rehabilitation at home.

Benefits of Physiotherapy at VIMS Pet Hospital:
Pain Reduction: Physiotherapy techniques can effectively reduce pain and improve comfort.
Improved Mobility and Function: Physiotherapy can help restore range of motion, improve muscle strength, and enhance overall physical function.
Faster Recovery: Physiotherapy can accelerate the healing process after surgery or injury.
Enhanced Quality of Life: By improving mobility and reducing pain, physiotherapy can significantly improve your pet's quality of life.
If you have any questions about our physiotherapy services or if you think your pet could benefit from rehabilitation, please contact us.
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