Why consult in physical rehabilitation?
Whether after surgery or during the life of your pet, physical disorders can arise. Our technicians will accompany you in the various treatments and programs adapted to the situation.
Available Services
- Functional assessment and home program
- Exercises on the aquatic treadmill
- Therapeutic laser
- Therapeutic tools
- Electrotherapy
- Thermotherapy
- Pulsed electromagnetic fields
- Manual treatments (massages, mobilizations, etc.)
FAQ
Physical therapy and rehabilitation aim to improve your pet’s comfort, mobility, and overall quality of life. It can be beneficial for:
- Weight loss
- Arthritis and joint pain
- Rehabilitation following surgery or injury
- Maintaining mobility in senior pets
- Building and maintaining muscle mass and improving general fitness
- Customized at-home exercise programs
Our goals are to reduce pain, improve mobility, support recovery, and help your pet stay active for as long as possible.
The frequency of visits depends on your pet’s individual treatment plan.
Most programs recommend sessions once or twice a week for an initial period of 4 to 6 weeks. After that, appointments can be spaced out based on your pet’s needs, progress, and goals.
During the initial consultation, our certified rehabilitation technician will perform a comprehensive assessment of your pet.
This includes:
- A review of your pet’s medical history
- Evaluation of their usual activity level
- Discussion of nutrition and lifestyle habits
- Assessment of their home environment
- Evaluation of mobility, posture, and muscle condition
- Development of personalized treatment goals
The first appointment lasts approximately 60 minutes. Follow-up appointments typically range from 30 to 60 minutes, depending on your pet’s treatment plan.
We offer a variety of rehabilitation techniques and therapies to meet each animal’s specific needs, including:
- Comprehensive physical evaluations
- Therapeutic massage
- Therapeutic laser
- Therapeutic ultrasound
- TENS (Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation)
- Customized exercise programs
- Underwater treadmill therapy
Treatment recommendations will vary depending on your pet’s condition, goals, and comfort level.
We primarily see:
- Dogs
- Cats
- Rabbits
If you have another type of pet, please contact us and we will be happy to discuss whether rehabilitation services may be appropriate.
Absolutely! Physical rehabilitation is often recommended for pets with arthritis.
It can help:
- Reduce pain and discomfort
- Maintain or improve mobility
- Preserve muscle mass
- Make daily activities easier
- Improve overall quality of life
A customized treatment plan will be designed based on your pet’s individual needs.
Our department works in collaboration with an animal orthotics and prosthetics clinic. Consult our useful links section to learn more about their services.