Physiotherapy for animals is an important part of holistic pet healthcare. Physiotherapy is a collaborative partnership between the therapist and the patient. It incorporates education, advice, manual therapies such as massage and joint mobilisations, as well as tailored exercises for balance, length or strengthening.
Benefits:
-Reduces pain and inflammation
-Improves joint range of motion and muscle length
-Increases muscle strength and tone which can improve exercise tolerance
-Aids rehabilitation and recovery after surgery
Conditions treated:
-Orthopaedic – cruciate ligament and meniscal injuries; fractures; hip and elbow dysplasia; muscle and tendon injuries; patella luxation; shoulder instability; toe injuries
-Neurological – including spinal injuries, vestibular and degenerative back conditions
-Pre and post-surgical management of orthopaedic conditions
-Degenerative joint disease (osteoarthritis), from toes to spines
-Soft tissue and sporting injuries
Jane completed a Bachelor of Physiotherapy in 2008 and extended her qualifications in 2011 to include the treatment of animals. She has treated a wide range of animals from cats to sheep, however dogs are her most common patients.
Jane offers appointments from the clinic rooms at the Eltham Central Veterinary Hospital as well as home visits to Eltham and the surrounding suburbs. Prices vary and will be further discussed at the time of booking.
Please contact the clinics or Jane to arrange an appointment
www.janenortonphysio.com.au
0404190944