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Benefits of Physical Therapy

The benefits of physical therapy for animals are numerous and include:

  • Optimizes post surgical recovery
  • Reduces pain and swelling
  • Improves range of motion, flexibility, and the ability to move normally
  • Accelerates healing of injured tissues
  • Maximizes strength and muscle mass
  • Improves general conditioning
  • Assists in weight loss
  • Maximizes quality of life and over-all well being, which is especially essential when dealing with chronic conditions and end of life issues
  • Improves balance, coordination, and agility
  • Provides owner education about how to best assist their companion in maintaining a fulfilling life
  • Sports conditioning

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