Canine Rehab Demos on Video
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Video Demo of Dog having an UltrasoundTreatmentTherapeutic ultrasound transmits sound waves that pass through the skin causing soft tissues to vibrate, which creates deep heat. As a result it increases blood flow to the area, delivering oxygen and nutrients and removing cell wastes. Ultrasound can increase tissue relaxation, scar tissue breakdown, reduce local swelling and chronic inflammation, reduce muscle spasms, and accelerate healing. |
Video Demos of Dogs in the Aqua Paws |
Hydrotherapy UnitThe Aqua Paws hydrotherapy unit uses the fundamental attributes of water to provide low impact exercise that builds muscle mass and develops muscle tone, increases strength and improves range of motion, augments balance, and enhances blood flow and sensory awareness of impaired joints and limbs. |
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Hydrotherapy is beneficial for post operative rehabilitation following orthopedic surgery, skeletal and muscular disorders, degenerative myelopathy, neurological conditions and disease, peripheral nerve injury, and recovery after spinal surgery. It is also used for weight reduction, general fitness and stamina, and for increasing mobility and flexibility in arthritic or elderly dogs. Click here to view the video. |
The water in the Aqua Paws hydrotherapy unit supports about 40% of the dog's body weight, which lessens the pressure on joints, reduces pain, permits ease of movement, and increases range of motion. The pressure exerted by the water in the tank lowers swelling and causes fluid in the body to disperse from areas of inflammation. Walking on the treadmill increases that pressure, which in turn improves circulation, bone density, and muscle growth. |
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Using water's natural buoyancy, resistance and heat, the hydrotherapy unit speeds up the healing of inflamed and injured tissue and diminishes pain, prevents atrophy during the healing process, and expedites the recovery period after surgery or injury. It is highly beneficial for dogs who are recovering from elbow, knee, hip or cruciate ligament surgeries, for dogs with hip dysplasia or arthritis, and for older dogs and overweight dogs. Click here to view the video. |
Video Demo of Dog Balancing on the Bosu BallThe Bosu Ball is used for core strengthening, increasing range of motion and flexibility, proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation, sensory and perceptual stimulation, joint alignment, and balance control. Core strength is necessary to enable a dog to control its body when jumping, turning or running and is an essential part of preventing injuries. Click here to view the video. |
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