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Hydrotherapy

Hydrotherapy is water based exercise in a controlled environment.
We use a water treadmill or swimming pool depending on your dogs breed, the condition being treated & the desired outcome, any underlying health issues and their overall condition.
How water helps...
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Strengthening of limb muscles and core conditioning through resistance
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Increases confidence as they move easier and more comfortably
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Reduction of swelling (oedema) from the movement of water around the limbs
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Endorphin release for happy feelings and pain alleviation
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Increased range of motion as they move more comfortably and muscle tension reduces
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Buoyancy reduces pressure and concussion, supporting the dogs bodyweight
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Improves muscle patterning, muscle recruitment, co-ordination and proprioception
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Decreases pain, pain perception and inflammation
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Slows progression of some symptoms associated with degenerative conditions
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Relaxation of muscle tension
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Improves quality of life
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