Hydrotherapy for Dogs: Treatment and Rehabilitation at “KAVET” Veterinary Clinic
Veterinary Clinic “KAVET”
Do you want to give your dog the best treatment and rehabilitation? “KAVET” Veterinary Clinic offers a unique solution – hydrotherapy for dogs using an underwater treadmill. Our dynamic suspension system helps your dog not only learn to swim but also get accustomed to water, ensuring a gradual and effective therapy.What is Hydrotherapy?
Hydrotherapy is an effective method for treating chronic musculoskeletal disorders, postoperative rehabilitation, and maintaining muscle tone in dogs. If your dog suffers from paresis, paralysis, neuropathy, neuralgia, arthritis, or osteoarthritis, hydrotherapy may be exactly what is needed to improve their health.Why Choose Hydrotherapy?
Medication often does not provide full relief, and physiotherapy, especially hydrotherapy, can be much more effective. Water provides buoyancy and reduces the load on your dog’s joints, allowing them to perform running exercises with less pain and injury. Research shows that if 60% of your dog’s body is submerged in water, the load on their limbs is reduced by the same 60%.Hydrotherapy for Overweight Dogs
For overweight dogs, movement on hard surfaces is dangerous for their joints. Hydrotherapy is ideal for these animals to improve physical performance and joint function. By increasing the treadmill’s speed and adjusting the incline, the muscles in the front and hind legs are strengthened.Effect on the Cardiovascular System
By submerging the dog up to its neck in water, blood flow in the muscles increases by 100-200%, improving muscle function and the elimination of metabolic products. These physiological reactions are especially beneficial for dogs with circulatory disorders or heart diseases. Increased hydrostatic pressure on the chest enhances lung function and respiratory efficiency.
Effect on Kidney Function
Hydrotherapy increases the excretion of urea, potassium, sodium, and urine, which can be useful in the treatment of various diseases.
When is Hydrotherapy Necessary?
Hydrotherapy is beneficial in the following cases:
- Cardiovascular training (lungs and heart)
- Treatment of ligament injuries
- Treatment of cruciate ligament injuries
- Degenerative myelopathy (CDRM)
- Elbow or hip dysplasia
- Strengthening of muscles and ligaments
- General relaxation
- Reduction of muscle tension
- Neurological diseases
- Obesity (with diet)
- Osteoarthritis (degenerative disease)
- Osteochondrosis
- Postoperative muscle tissue repair
- Inflammation of joints or muscles
The mechanism of action of hydrostatic pressure
Contraindications
Hydrotherapy is not recommended for animals with severe angina, or those who have recently experienced a stroke or heart attack.Why Choose “KAVET” Clinic?
At “KAVET,” we understand how important your dog’s health and well-being are. Our team of professionals ensures an individualized approach and the highest quality of care. Using modern equipment and the latest treatment methods, we guarantee effective and safe therapy.Benefits of Choosing Us
- Modern equipment
- Experienced specialists
- Individual approach to each patient
- High treatment efficacy
- Comfortable conditions for your pets
