Case studies on Canine Physical Rehabilitation

The new Para-Veterinary Profession, “Veterinary Physiotherapy” was promulgated by The South African Veterinary Council in 2017?

The benefits of Physical Rehabilitation include:

Physical Rehabilitation Practitioners are skilled at improving movement, counteracting muscle atrophy as well as scaring, post injury or surgery.

The qualification of Veterinary Physiotherapy is a four-year degree in which students study animal physiotherapy and is a qualification which is recognised by the South African Veterinary Council.

Partnering with a veterinary physiotherapist can made a difference to the patient whether the patient has had surgery or whether the client has decided that they would prefer to manage the condition conservatively.

Some of the techniques and treatment modalities available to Veterinary Physiotherapists include: