13/08/2024
What canine conditions benefit from physiotherapy 👆
PgDip Veterinary Physiotherapy
BSc (hons) Equine Science
Small Animal Hydrotherapist
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What canine conditions benefit from physiotherapy 👆
What equine conditions benefit from physiotherapy 👆
The promise keeper…
How handsome is Hero🩵 such a lovely horse to treat 🫶🏻
Sometimes in my practice I come across an owner who wants to normalize something that isn’t normal.
This sounds like:
❌ My horse works out of the stiffness/lameness after 15 minutes under saddle.
❌ He always crow hops after a bigger jump.
❌She throws her head around in the arena but not on the trail (or vise versa).
❌He always makes a face when I do the girth up.
❌It usually takes me 15 minutes to catch her and I need food to do it.
❌The left lead is always harder to get.
❌She’s always weaved in her stall.
These kinds of statements are usually followed by “that’s just the way he/she is.”
This is your horse speaking to you, over and over and over again. Please listen, before they have to get louder. Stop and think about what behaviors your horse demonstrates that maybe don’t seem totally right to you but you’ve just accepted them as “normal”.
This is a question very much worth asking of yourself, then your horse, then work with your trainer/horse care professionals to get to the bottom of it.
Answer the question as best you can, and you build a deeper, more solid partnership with your horse. Why? Because you listened. And then you did something about it. And your horse knows it.
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This home-produced Connie was also champion at the Royal Highland Show – congratulations 👏
Such a lovely dog for someone 💙 please share and help get Harry the perfect home🫶🏻
Handsome Harry was in from a local dog fosterer who does amazing work. Due to unethical and poor breeding choices poor Harry suffers with a lot of pain in his back.
Despite this Harry is the absolute best loving German shepherd I've ever met.
Hoping to find Harry a home that he is loved and cared for the way he should
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The wonderful Casper💙 had his first physio session this week and was a super patient! Such a sweet boy🥰
Total hip replacement is one of the most rewarding surgeries an orthopaedic specialist can perform, because the result can quickly be life changing for the patient. In our experience, within as little as a couple of weeks, a patient can be permanently out of pain and the implants can last a lifetime.
Imba is an 8 month old German Shepherd, who even at her young age had very loose hip joints, severely affected by hip dysplasia. She was in significant pain, having trouble getting up and was screaming. As she ages, this problem would only continue to worsen. In order to prevent the inevitable discomfort and give Imba the chance to grow up pain-free, her family opted for a total hip replacement (THR).
Less than 24 hours later, Imba was moving very well indeed; a wonderful result. Some people can be nervous of THR surgery, especially for a young dog. I have published a paper about many THRs I have performed in young dogs aged between 6 months and 1 year, who have gone on to do amazingly well, living long and happy lives. The complication rate is no higher than for THR in older dogs in my experience.
I hope if your canine friend happens to find themselves in this situation that Imba gives you reassurance x
Wishing all my wonderful clients a very happy Christmas 🎄🎅🏼 My two boys are feeling very festive in this brilliant picture captured by the amazing just in time for the holidays 🦮🎄
The beautiful Darcy 🩷
Darcy has regular physiotherapy sessions to help relieve some back tension and is coming along in leaps and bounds! She’s such a dream to treat🩷🦮
All dogs are good dogs 🖤🧸📚
How beautiful is Nala💜🥺 she had her first physio session last week and was a super patient and took it all in her stride 🦮 give her a follow .23
PETS and FIREWORKS 🐕🎆
Many animals find fireworks scary. Owners will often see their pets struggling, either frozen with fear or, in the most dangerous circumstances - bolting, rearing up or charging fences.
Last year alone, we received hundreds of calls reporting dogs bolting,escaping or found scared and frightened by fireworks.
Below are some tips for keeping your pets safe, especially this coming weekend:
🐶Walk your dog during daylight hours to avoid times when fireworks are likely to be set off.
🐶Move your dog to the safe haven each evening before the fireworks begin. Provide toys and other things that they enjoy in the safe haven.
🐶Make sure there are things for you to do too, so your dog isn't left alone.
🐶Close windows and curtains to muffle the sound of fireworks. 🐶Blackout your doggy safe haven, so they can't see any flashes outside.
🐶Put on some music or TV to mask the firework sounds.
🐶Ignore the firework noises yourself.
🐶Play with a toy to see if your dog wants to join in, but don't force them to play.
This little dog has gone missing in Garrykennedy today. Anyone with any info, please contact us 🤞🏻🤞🏻
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The beautiful Bailey💜
Bailey has regular physiotherapy sessions to help maintain her comfort, muscle mass and movement related to her hip dysplasia. She is a super patient and is continuously surprising both me and her owner with her progress 😍🐶
***Important Announcement***
I will be taking some time off late June to mid July as I am having surgery.
I am taking bookings up to the 15th of June but there is limited spaces available. I will also be taking bookings for late July but this may change. If your appointment needs to be moved I will contact you to reschedule. DM me to secure a spot 🐴🐶
As always thank you for your support 💜
Barley💕 Barley is a lovely rescue dog that was referred for physiotherapy by the wonderful for arthritis and an achilles tendon injury. She had her second physio session today and is the sweetest patient to treat🥰
How beautiful is Bailey 💕
Bailey has regular physiotherapy sessions to help with both muscle development and pain management for hip dysplasia. She is getting stronger every session and is a credit to her owners dedication to home exercises in between each session 💜
The beautiful 😍 had her second physiotherapy session this weekend and is improving daily 🙌 she had a total hip replacement done a few weeks ago in and is coming on in leaps and bounds! Such a lovely dog and a pleasure to treat🐶
Toby💙 Toby had spinal surgery and is re learning to walk and move unassisted he is the most dedicated and sweetest dog 🥰 I treat Toby and he loves coming through the doors to see everyone! Arra vets is a fear free clinic in Tipp town. Watch this space and Instagram page for videos and updates on Toby’s progression over the next few weeks
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Signs of relief🫶🏻 Did you know during physio sessions horses often display signs of relaxation and relief? These can be anything from yawning, blinking, a relaxed mouth, dropped lip and chewing🩵 #vetphysio #veterinaryphysiotherapy #equinephysio #equinerehab #horsetherapy #horsesofinstagram
The lovely Molly enjoying laser treatment as part of her first physiotherapy session! Such a lovely horse to treat 🫶🏻 Laser therapy promotes endorphin release, alleviates pain, reduces inflammation, promotes healing and encourages muscle relaxation and is one of many electrotherapies used depending on your horses condition 🐎 #vetphysio #veterinaryphysiotherapy #caninephysio #equinephysio #caninerehab #equinerehab #photobiomodulation #lasertherapy #lasertreatment #lasertherapyfordogs #lasertherapyforpets #lasertherapyforhorses #lowlevellasertherapy
Big stretches during Spencer’s physio session today🥰🌞 watch to the end 🙌 #vetphysio #equinephysio #horsephysio #equinerehab #equinestretching #bigstretch #tensmachine
One very relaxed horse💙🐎 This lovely boy is regularly treated for back discomfort. He had a poorly fitted saddle resulting in pain and discomfort throughout his paraspinals. This also resulted in compensatory issues in his pectorals and gluteal muscles. It is so important to have your saddle fitment checked! He loves his session as you can see🥰 #vetphysio #veterinaryphysiotherapy #veterinaryphysiotherapist #equinephysio #equinerehab #horsetherapy #pemf #horsesofinstagram #irishsporthorse
One very chilled out patient 💙 The boy is treated regularly to help relieve his sore back. The machine he loves the most (his face says it all🥰) is the TENS machine ⚡️ (Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation) 🐴 Provides instant pain relief 🐴 Reduces chronic pain and discomfort 🐴 Increases blood flow to an area promoting healing 🐴 The effects last hours after the treatment session #veterinaryphysiotherapy #physiotherapyforhorses #equinephysio #horsephysio #equinerehab #tensmachine #irishphysio
Beautiful Bear enjoying pole exercises while his dad Floyd felt left out 🤣 watch the end of this clip to see a pro at work 🐶👀 Pole work has many benefits such as- 🐾 Increases joint range of motion 🐾 Improve proprioception (body and limb awareness) 🐾 Improve stride length 🐾 Aids in muscle and core development 🐾 Improve balance and coordination #vetphysio #veterinaryphysiotherapy #caninephysio #caninerehabilitation #germanshepherdsofinstagram #gsdlove #agilitytraining #dogsofinstagram #irishphysio #physiotherapy
One very chilled man 😴💙 Spencer has some discomfort and pain throughout his back so has regular treatments to help relieve tension. He really relaxes and enjoys the TENS machine which - 🐴 Provides instant pain relief 🐴 Reduces chronic pain and discomfort 🐴 Increases blood flow to an area 🐴 The effects last hours after the treatment session #vetphysio #veterinaryphysiotherapy #animalphysiotherapy #equinephysio #horsephysiotherapy #horserehab #equinerehab #smallanimalphysio #irishvetphysio
Miss Sadie making poles look super easy💜🦮 Benefits of pole work - 🐾 Increases joint range of motion 🐾 Improve proprioception (body and limb awareness) 🐾 Improve stride length 🐾 Aids in muscle and core development 🐾 Improve balance and coordination #caninephysio #veterinaryphysiotherapy #vetohysio #caninerehab #animalrehabilitation #poleworkfordogs #yorkieofinstagram #smallanimalphysio #irishphysio #veterinaryphysiotherapist #equinephysio #horsephysio
Miss Sadie making poles look super easy💜🦮 Benefits of pole work - 🐾 Increases joint range of motion 🐾 Improve proprioception (body and limb awareness) 🐾 Improve stride length 🐾 Aids in muscle and core development 🐾 Improve balance and coordination #caninephysio #veterinaryphysiotherapy #vetohysio #caninerehab #animalrehabilitation #poleworkfordogs #yorkieofinstagram #smallanimalphysio #irishphysio #veterinaryphysiotherapist #equinephysio #horsephysio
The amazing Zeus 🥰 Zeus had spinal surgery (hemilaminectomy) to rectify a disc extrusion in T11-12. The first video reflects the first day I saw Zeus the beginning of May. He was unable to move his hind legs and the second clip is yesterday’s physiotherapy session. He is steadily making progress on his long road to recovery 🦮. Still a bit wobbly and weak but he is now going to the toilet unassisted, weight bearing on both hindlimbs, able to stand up (some support still needed) but all big steps 💪 he is such a trooper! Watch this space for more updates on this super patient 🐶💙 #vetphysio #veterinaryphysiotherapy #caninerehabilitation #dogphysio #sarahbarryveterinaryphysiotherapy #physiotherapy #animalphysiotherapy
The handsome Niko to brighten up this bank holiday Monday 🌧🐶 Niko gets regular maintenance physiotherapy sessions to ensure he stays comfortable as he suffers with spondylosis. He was completely off his back legs a few months ago and is now back running around (still a little wobbly but much more comfortable and improving daily 🥰) #vetphysioireland #animalphysiotherapist #dogphysio #dogrehabilitation #staffy #physiotherapy #veterinaryphysiotherapy #rewardingcareer
✨Laser Therapy✨ Laser therapy also known as photobiomodulation is a non-invasive electrotherapy that works by upregulating cell metabolism. Laser works on a variety of conditions such as arthritis, wounds, neurological issues, pain/discomfort and tendon/ligament/muscle injuries. What are the benefits of laser therapy: ⚡️ Reduces pain ⚡️ Reduces inflammation ⚡️ Promotes relaxation ⚡️ Improves blood flow to an area ⚡️Promotes growth of new healthy tissue ⚡️ Releases endorphins (happy hormones) ⚡️ Accelerates tissue repair and healing ⚡️ Aids in nerve healing ⚡️ Helps release and relax trigger points/fasciculations along the spine If you think laser therapy could be beneficial to your pet please feel free to phone +353862547238 to discuss
This lovely boy was very chilled enjoying his physio session 🥰 he had some back discomfort so recieved treatment using a TENS machine (Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation)this work by: 🐴 Providing instant pain relief 🐴 Reduces chronic pain and discomfort 🐴 Increases blood flow to an area promoting healing 🐴 These effects can last hours after the treatment session For more information on whether your horse could benefit from physiotherapy please contact me on +353862547238 or email [email protected]
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