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Benefits of Canine Massage

Benefits of canine massage

When muscles are worked, lactic acid and other waste products can accumulate in the muscular system creating soreness, tension, stiffness and even spasms.

Massage therapy affects and improves the function of the systems of the body namely the Circulatory, Lymphatic, Nervous, Digestive, Skeletal & Muscular systems, the condition of the skin greatly benefits too. The improved flow of blood, brings fresh oxygen to the tissues, eliminating waste products helping to speed up & heal injury and improve recovery from illness.

All dogs can benefit from canine massage therapy, they do not have to be injured to benefit. It is a great way to maintain the muscular and skeletal system of your dog and can prevent injury.

What is Canine Massage Therapy?

Canine massage therapy is a non- invasive, alternative therapy used to rehabilitate muscular injuries or conditions, alleviating pain and discomfort by manipulating the soft tissue structures of the body. It is also used to provide pain management for the support of Orthopaedic conditions such as Arthritis or elbow/hip dysplasia & is suitable for sporting/working dogs & senior dogs.
It is important to have a complete understanding of the physiology & anatomy of the body to ensure no harm comes to any dog & results will usually be seen within 1 to 3 sessions.

Common issues in dogs which can be treated with Canine Massage Therapy

  • Limping or showing signs of lameness
  • Slowing down or becoming stiff
  • Struggling to get up and down or to walk, which is usually seen in older dogs
  • Changes in Activities of Daily Living – No longer able to jump in and out the car, on and off the sofa or climb the stairs
  • Sporting/Agility dogs with performance issues such as knocking poles or struggling to manoeuvre the weaves
  • Behavioural changes such as self mutilation, becoming unsociable or depressed
  • Pain management for Orthopaedic conditions
  • Anxiety & stress

Results the owner will see

  • The dog will no longer limp or show signs of lameness
  • Improved movement, stiffness will be greatly reduced or eliminated
  • Increased range of movement in the joints
  • Able to jump in & out the car or on & off the sofa again, can climb the stairs
  • Sporting/Agility dogs no longer knocking poles or struggling to manoeuvre the weaves
  • Healthier, happier dog no longer self mutilating
  • Reduced pain and inflammation in Orthopedic conditions
  • No longer stressed or anxious, happy to be stroked or petted
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