Small Animal Physical Therapy
Whether your pet is recovering from surgery or suffers from a chronic condition, he or she can benefit from regular physical therapy. Stoney Brook Veterinary Hospital is proud to offer physical therapy to our clients. We are one of the only canine physical therapy providers in the Upper Valley region of New Hampshire and Vermont. We partner with Judy Coates, a certified canine rehabilitation therapist, to offer a variety of physical therapy services to dogs in Lebanon and Hanover, NH.
Common Conditions Treated With Canine Physical Therapy
- Aging Issues
- Dysplasia - Hip and Elbow
- Arthritis
- ACL Injuries
- Muscle Strains / Tendonitis
- Ligament Sprains
- Disc Disease
- Luxating Patellas
- Athletic Injuries
- Fractures
- Post-Surgical Conditions
- Neurologic Conditions
- Spondylosis
- Fibrocartilaginous Embolism
- Deconditioning
Available Therapies For Dogs
- Low Level Laser - accelerates tissue repair and decreases inflammation.
- Electrical Stimulation - improves muscle strength, reduces swelling, increases circulation and provides pain relief.
- Joint Mobilization - stretches the joint capsule, enhances joint lubrication and promotes normal joint mechanics.
- Soft Tissue Mobilization - stimulates circulation, realigns collagen fibers, breaks up adhesions and increases fiber elasticity.
- Range of Motion - enhances joint movement and improves muscle flexibility.
- Exercise Protocols - improves strength, range of motion, proprioception and core stability.
- Cold Therapy - decreases pain, inflammation, tissue bleeding and swelling.
- Heat Therapy - increases tissue extensibility and blood flow and reduces pain and muscle spasms.
- Home Exercise Program Instruction