Hydrotherapy - Underwater Aquatic Treadmill 

Hydrotherapy is proven to speed recovery after operations or slow down the progression of degenerative conditions. Hydrotherapy can also be used as a pre-operative fitness regime to allow a dog to maintain and build muscle mass before an operation. 

Dogs that are injured and unable to support their own weight on land may benefit from the controlled environment of an underwater treadmill, where buoyancy is created by the water's depth. Exercise may be done with less stress on the joints due to the warm water's ability to ease joint and muscle discomfort. The treadmill speed and water depth can be altered in order to promote specific types of movement to improve recovery or general fitness.

Holding 80% of your dogs body weight, the Underwater Treadmill provides a much more controlled style of exercise / rehabilitation. The 28-30° degree water temperature ensures there is a good supply of blood to the major extremities which provides optimal results and rehabilitation, preventing a condition from worsening.

Controlled exercise utilising the therapeutic properties of warm water is beneficial for many conditions improving joint range of motion, building muscle, re-educating gait and easing stiffness. Being able to control the speed and gradient of the Underwater Treadmill, allows us to create bespoke tailored programmes that will aid the recovery of your dog.

Our aim is to improve / maintain quality of life and prevent a condition worsening. For the benefit of your dog, we offer the best trained hydrotherapist in the area, alongside phenomenal equipment to carry out our duties professionally and with pride.

Benefits of the water 

• Warm water helps to relieve pain, inflammation and increase joint range of motion 
• Hydrostatic pressure helps to increase muscle strength, improve circulation, reduce swelling, aiding the healing process 
• Buoyancy reduces the impact on degenerative joints and supports sore or weakened dogs
• Resistance helps to restore muscle strength, endurance and cardiovascular health 

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