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Hydrotherapy

Aquavet Hydrotherapy

Aquavet Hydrotherapy

Our hydrotherapy service is run by hydrotherapists Sarah McCarthy, Megan Townsend and Tash Hastings. The hydrotherapy treadmill is the most advanced form of hydrotherapy available. It allows for precise control over the patient’s activity level, which can be adjusted to meet the individual needs of the patient. Our hydrotherapists can alter water height, treadmill speed, incline, and temperature to ensure the optimal therapeutic environment. This tailored approach offers greater precision and helps with proper gait control, ensuring a more effective treatment. 

Each patient referred for hydrotherapy undergoes an initial assessment by a Veterinary Physiotherapist, who will develop a personalised rehabilitation plan to meet their specific needs and promote full recovery. This plan will be handed over to the hydrotherapy team. 

Benefits of Hydrotherapy

  • Alleviates pain
  • Increases range of motion
  • Improves muscle strength
  • Enhances circulation and promotes healing
  • Reduces inflammation
  • Boosts metabolic function
  • Improves coat and skin condition
  • Provides emotional well-being
  • Assists with weight management

 

Conditions Treated with Hydrotherapy:

  • Hip and elbow dysplasia
  • Post-orthopaedic surgery recovery
  • Arthritis
  • Degenerative myelopathy
  • Post-spinal surgery
  • Fitness improvement and athletic performance
  • Weight management
  • Luxating patella
  • Cruciate ligament injuries
  • Osteochondrosis Dissecans

Our hydrotherapy services are not limited to the above conditions, please feel free to contact us with any questions you may have.  Our team is dedicated to providing the best care and rehabilitation for your patients.

Abbie Pring - Practice Administrator & Aquavet Referral Coordinator

Abbie Pring

Abbie Pring Practice Administrator & Aquavet Referral Coordinator
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Sarah McCarthy - Hydrotherapist

Sarah McCarthy

Sarah McCarthy Level 3 certificate in small animal hydrotherapy & Qualification in aquatic treadmill therapy Hydrotherapist
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Megan Townend - Veterinary Physiotherapist and Hydrotherapist

Megan Townend

Megan Townend BSc (Hons) Veterinary Physiotherapist and Hydrotherapist
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Tash Hastings - Physiotherapist

Tash Hastings

Tash Hastings Physiotherapist
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Lisa Mann - Hydrotherapy Assistant

Lisa Mann

Lisa Mann Hydrotherapy Assistant
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Aquavet T&C's - Please Bring to First Appointment