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Pet Physical Therapy
Rehab Therapy
T
he Integrative Animal Hospital of Central Florida now offers canine and feline physical rehabilitation
therapy. Their holistic, integrative approach combines the best of age- old techniques with the benefi t of state-of-the-art technology. Offering a wide range of therapeutic modalities, treatments often vary from session to session. Sessions often consist of a combination of manual therapies, land and device-assisted exercises and energetic medicine. The therapeutic modalities offered help with range of motion, coordination,
Pet Physical Rehab
joint mobilization, as well as accelerated healing and decreased pain and infl ammation. They include:
• Manual therapies • Underwater/ Dry Treadmill • Hyperthermia therapy • Acupuncture • Therapeutic Laser • Orthopedic Manipulation • Physioballs/Balance Boards/Fit Discs • Cavalettis/Weave Cones • Thermotherapy (heat and cold) • Herbals/Supplements
Physical Rehabilitation helps increase the patient’s strength and mobility, decrease pain, aid in their proprioception (awareness of foot placement) and increase overall well-being. Physical rehabilitation is extremely important for a quicker recovery for post-operative patients. This is especially vital for patients with orthopedic and neurologic conditions. Studies have shown that physical rehab can help speed the return to function approximately 50% faster than without
Their veterinarians utilize physical
therapy for a wide range of chronic problems including arthritis, hip dysplasia, spine and hind-end weakness, soft tissue strains and weight loss. These modalities also help improve quality of life for cancer patients. Newly-constructed, the state-of-
the-art Integrative Animal Hospital of Central Florida is located at 255 Orange Blvd in Sanford (just 1 mile west of I-4). For more info:
www.iahcf.com and call 407-833-8868 for an appointment.
ROLFING®
• Reduction of physical pain (Carpal- Tunnel, Neck, Back and Hip Pain, etc.)
• More effi cient use of muscles • Increased energy • Change in body contours • Comfortable, safe and long-lasting
ROBYN MARTIN Certifi ed Advanced Rolfer®
Rolf Movement Practitioner (407) 645-2309
1950 Lee Rd, Suite 204 • Winter Park 32789
www.rolfi
ngorlando.com
28 Central Florida natural awakenings
Free consultations and literature
available on request. MA 0025820
rehab, and help reduce the severe muscle loss during post surgery.
What pets can benefi t from physical rehabilitation?
• All surgery patients (especially orthopedic and neurologic)
• Patients with degenerative neurologic and bony conditions (hip dysplasia, osteoarthritis, degenerative myopathy, IVDD)
• Muscle and tendon strains • Weight loss
• Cancer and gen eral pain management
• Athletic conditioning
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