Fully qualified and insured Veterinary Physiotherapist, covering South East England.
Veterinary Physiotherapy is an animal health profession used to improve the physical and mental wellbeing of equines and small animals. Knowledge of anatomy, physiology and manual therapy techniques are applied to the animal to improve and restore musculoskeletal function. It may be used for: warm-up, injury prevention, rehabilitation or performance maintenance. Autonomic benefits of therapeutic animal massage include; releases endorphins, reduces cortisol level, lowers heart rate, reduces anxiety and it acts as a natural form of pain relief. Physical effects of therapeutic animal massage are; improves range of motion and mobility, injury prevention, pain management, relieves spasm and tension. The treatment aim is to restore function, promote wellbeing and improve quality of life. Lydia uses vast knowledge of anatomy, physiology and biomechanics to form a tailored programme to suit your individual animal. Bespoke treatment is essential for the animal’s health and wellbeing.