What is Hydrotherapy?

 

Therapeutic effects

 

Hydrostatic Pressure

Buoyancy

Warmth

Increased Resistance

 

and with hands on assistance from a qualified therapist.

 

 

These can be beneficial to-

 

Improve Cardiovascular Fitness and Muscle strength.

By increasing circulation of blood to muscles; speeding up tissue healing.

 

Increase Proprioception (Spatial awareness)

By exerting pressure and stimulating the nerves.

 

Increase Stability

by stimulating nerves and providing support and buoyancy.

 

Relieve pain, swelling and stiffness.

By gently warming, improving circulation and compressing swollen tissue.

 

Improve core strength and Joint range of motion.

by using targeted movements and providing hands on assitance in the water.

 

Hopefully provide some Relaxation, Enrichment and even Fun!

 

 

Some conditions we see regularly-

 

Arthritis, Spondylosis and general aging complaints.

Neurological conditions, spinal injuries and post op recoveries

General soft tissue injuries and muscle wastage

Orthopaedic conditions such as -

Luxating Patella

Cruciate ligament injury

Hip & Elbow Dysplasia

 

Hydrotherapy can be used effectively pre and post operatively as well as conservatively to treat many

conditions and is also great in assiting with weight loss, general fitness and sports conditioning. 

Ideal to consider as a complement to your veterinarians treatment and advice!