Water Walker - Canine Physiotherapy Centre

Our Water-Walker combines the beneficial effects of hydroptherapy and physiotherapy.

Our water-walker allows your dog to exercise on a treadmill whilst some or all of its weight is supported by water.

Unlike free swimming in a pool, the water-walker can be adjusted in many ways to tailor-make your dog’s treatment

HEALTH PROBLEMS THAT CAN BENEFIT FROM HYDROTHERAPY:

• Hip and elbow dysplasia
• Spinal injuries and paralysis
• Cruciate ligament problems
• Arthritis
• Muscle wastage
• Dislocations
• Rehabilitation after surgery, especially for conditions involving bones, ligaments or nerves
• Conditioning before surgery to improve muscle tone and blood flow to the injured site

HYDROTHERAPY IS ALSO GREAT FOR:

• Weight management
• Improving heart and lung function
• Improving mobility in older dogs
• Increasing or maintaining fitness, stamina and muscle tone for working and show dogs

Our Water-Walker programmes are devised and run by our fully qualified and experienced veterinary surgeons and nurses. Our programmes are tailor-made to your dog’s needs and abilities so you can be sure your dog receives the best possible care.

During your initial consultation details of your dog’s current needs and abilities will be assessed allowing us to devise their individual programme. Your dog will be gently introduced to the water-walker.

At the start of each session, you and the nurse will discuss your dog’s progress and make any adjustments.
At the end of the session your dog will be thoroughly towel dried to minimise heat loss.

Many insurance policies cover hydrotherapy and physiotherapy. We can help you to make your claim.

If you are interested come and have a look. We will be more than happy to show you our hydrotherapy suite and answer any queries you may have.