FAQS
Your Questions Answered
HOW DO I KNOW IF MY ANIMAL NEEDS PHYSIOTHERAPY?
Common signs that your animal needs physiotherapy is a change in behaviour and/or their normal activity levels.
In addition, a lot of clients will ask their vet for a referral for physiotherapy to maximise performance and maintain health and wellbeing. For more information please refer to the Equine or Canine Physiotherapy tab.
HOW LONG DOES A TREATMENT LAST?
Treatment times vary on the type of treatments required and the stage of rehabilitation required. Typically the first appointment lasts up to an hour with follow up appointments lasting around 45 minutes. This does depend on the case and what is required.
DO THE ANIMALS NEED TO BE CLEAN?
The animal should be dry and as clean as possible. Wet coats and mud will impede the treatment.
WHAT SORT OF AFTERCARE WILL MY ANIMAL NEED AFTER TREATMENT?
Animals react differently to treatments so Siobhan may ask for an update in the following days.
Horses will usually require between 1-2 days off depending on the type of treatment given. Some horses will be able to be exercised as normal.
It is normal for dogs to be tired after treatment.
IS THE COST OF PHYSIOTHERAPY COVERED BY ANIMAL HEALTH INSURANCE?
Most animal insurance companies provide cover for Veterinary Physiotherapy. It is the owner’s responsibility to contact their insurance company to confirm this as each policy is different.
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