Equidogphysio

Physiotherapy

Equine and canine physiotherapy originated from human physiotherapy.

What helps humans performance in sport, recovery, physical relaxation and mental alertness is equally beneficial for animals.

I use different techniques to target my treatments according to the animal’s needs:

- massages

- stretching

- drainage

- warm-up

- seaweed wraps

- medicinal leeches...

The sessions have an impact on:

- muscles

- ligaments

- joints

- tendons

- tissues

- skin

- psyche

These techniques improve and prevent:

- muscle strength

- joint mobility

- locomotion

- relaxation or stimulation of muscle tissue

- elimination of toxins (lymphatic drainage)

- proprioception (ability to locate itself in space, ensures balance and controlled movements)

- general flexibility

- blood circulation

- mental well-being

- prevention of muscle contractures

Laying one' s hands on an animal is a very serious gesture. A thorough understanding of its anatomy, biomechanics, psychology, the inter-connectivity of its organs and mind are an essential prerequisite for the work of the physiotherapist.