Category: Arthritis

Hydrotherapy

Animals can benefit from rehabilitation just as much as people can. Rehabilitation can be used for our pets after surgery, an injury or arthritis. There are many components and modalities used in rehabilitation, including hydrotherapy. Hydrotherapy involves swimming and walking in the underwater treadmill. When taking your pet to start rehabilitation, make sure that the person who will be…

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Arthritis

Arthritis is a progressive deterioration of the cartilage in joints of dogs and cats. Pain and lameness develop secondary to joint dysfunction and muscle atrophy. This condition is progressive and can affect the quality of life of your pet, but there are steps that you can take to help keep your pet comfortable. * Maintain a lean body weight…

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