ADELAIDE DOG MOBILITY

&

HYDROTHERAPY

Avaliable at

GLENSIDE VETERINARY CLINIC

294 Greenhill Road, Glenside

Featuring:                                        Underwater Treadmill    

The underwater treadmill has revolutionised the rehabilitation of small animals. Exercising in the underwater treadmill pemits the animal to walk while its weight is supported by the buoyancy of the water.   

                                                      Swimming Pool for Dogs

Controlled swimming is also beneficial for dogs recovering from a range of musculoskeletal conditions. Swimming helps to increase joint range of motion. It improves strength and cardiovascular fitness without weight bearing or loading.

                                                      Physical Therapy

This is a major component of any rehabilitation or preventative program for animal injuries, surgical or degenerative conditions.

Patients recovering from injuries or surgery benefit from physical and Hydrotherapy as do those with degenerative conditions, back pain or poor mobility.

These therapies help to alleviate pain and enhance mobility.

Return to normal function is more rapidly achieved when using physical therapy methods.

Treatment Methods

These are aimed at relieving pain as well as restoring muscle and joint function.

The techniques employed include mobilisation of soft tissues and joints, massage, stretching and strengthening exercises.

Hydrotherapy is an integral part of our physical therapy programs.

The underwater treadmill is the first part of any rehabilitation program.

Underwater treadmill therapy is integrated with the home exercises and sometimes swimming as part of an individual's rehabilitation.

Conditions Most Commonly Treated

Cranial Cruciate Ligament injury or post surgery
Hip Dysplasia, post surgery or for conservative management
Elbow Dysplasia, after surgical treatment or for conservative management
Fracture Repair                                                   Patella Luxation
Back Pain                                                             Motor Vehicle Trauma
Muscle weakness or wasting                               Tumor surgery aftercare
Spinal Injury or Surgery                                      Spondylosis
Degenerative myelopathy                                    Muscle tears and strains
Difficulty getting up, climbing stairs or jumping
Arthritis and other degenerative conditions
Neurological injuries such as nerve damage
Corrective orthopaedic surgery

   Other Services include:   

                                          Laser Therapy & Acupuncture

We utilise acupuncture, laser therapy, electrical stimulation and thermotherapy to provide pain relief and promote healing.

All enquiries Phone

8379 0222