Benefits of Massage

Massage can be greatly beneficial in managing orthopaedic and muscular conditions such as:

• Osteoarthritis
• Hip Dysplasia
• Elbow Dysplasia
• Spondylosis
• Luxating Patella
• Cruciate Ligament Damage
• Muscular Spasms
• Trigger Point Pain
• Myofascial Pain
• Scar Tissue
• Muscle Tension through anxiety or nervousness

Post Surgery Massage

Massage is also greatly beneficial in post surgical recovery as it contributes to the circulation system of your dog by moving blood and lymphatic fluid. This ensures that metabolic waste and toxins may be flushed through the body, encouraging a speedier return to health. 

Having an operation can leave your dog feeling sore, stiff, lethargic and sad. Massage, through stimulation of the nervous system, releases endorphins which help ease stress and anxiety in your dog. 

Importantly, it can help to prevent adhesions and a build up of scar tissue resulting from the surgery. Whilst your dog is limited in energy and normal daily exercise, the use of particular massage strokes can encourage normal muscle tissue length and movement patterns.