Hydrotherapy
Conditions treated with hydrotherapy
In general conditions treated with hydrotherapy fall into the following categories:
- Orthopaedic
- Neurological
- Soft tissue injuries
- Degenerative and medical conditions
- Conditions related to age - either juvenile/developmental or geriatric
These conditions can include:
- Arthritis
- Hip dysplasia
- Cruciate ligament rupture - either conservative management or postoperative recovery
- Patella luxation
- Elbow dysplasia
- Degenerative myelopathy (formerly known as CDRM)
- Spinal injuries including recovery from fractures and IV disc rupture (commonly known as a slipped disc)
- Spondylosis - spinal arthritis
- Mobility problems related to age
- Young active dogs on restricted exercise
- Obesity control