POST SURGERY

Post surgery massage results in quicker recovery time and reduced scarring. It can help to deal with stress and reduces overcompensation in other parts of the dog's body as it deals with restricted movement following the surgery. Massage is best 2-3 weeks following surgery and with appropriate vet consent.

   Benefits of Massage...

• Improves recovery time

• Helps minimise pain

• Improves recuperation comfort

• Minimises overcompensation

• Encourages dogs to use all 4 limbs equally

• Strenghtens the affected limb

• Helps to maintain Range of Motion

• Improves and increases circulation aiding removal of metabolic waste and toxins (including anaesthetic)

• Increases supply of fresh blood and nutrients to the injury site helping to improve recovery and healing time

• Helps minimise scar tissue

• Helps to ease stress and anxiety