What happens during the initial visit?

Dr. Glinski will perform a gait analysis and evaluate your pet’s movement, spine and joint function, strength and endurance. History, blood work and radiographs from your veterinarian will be reviewed. A treatment plan will be developed, keeping time and budget considerations in mind.

When should I consider Physical Therapy for my pet?

Although all pets could benefit from improved fitness , our facility focuses on the following conditions:

• Post-op rehabilitation
• Pain from musculo-skeletal disorders
• Paralysis from neurological pathology
• Trauma from sports injuries
• Obesity management
• Performance (athletic) conditioning

What are the benefits of rehabilitation?

• Improved pain management
• Enhanced healing time
  
• Faster return to normal function
  
• Less complications from disuse
  
• Increased blood and lymph flow
  
• Prevention of muscle atrophy
  
• Prevention of joint contractions
  
• Increased positive psychological effects