The benefits of physical therapy for animals are numerous and include:

• Optimizes post surgical recovery
• Reduces pain and swelling
• Improves range of motion, flexibility, and the ability to move normally
• Accelerates healing of injured tissues
• Maximizes strength and muscle mass
• Improves general conditioning
• Assists in weight loss
• Maximizes quality of life and over-all well being, which is especially essentialwhen dealing with chronic conditions and end of life issues
• Improves balance, coordination, and agility
• Provides owner education about how to best assist their companion in maintaining a fulfilling life
• Sports conditioning

Learn More:

• About Physical Therapy at The K9 Body Shop
• Is my pet a candidate?
• Sample Indicators that your pet may need Physical Therapy?

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