Treatments
Fully qualified and insured physiotherapy assessments followed by application of manual and electrotherapy treatments combined with rehabilitative exercise prescription.
What we do.
Libertas Vet Physio provides physiotherapy treatments for your animal both on a routine maintenance basis and in cases where specific rehabilitation is required following injury.
How Our Sessions Work
Libertas Vet Physio provides physiotherapy treatments for your animal both on a routine maintenance basis and in cases where specific rehabilitation is required following injury. Sessions consist of a full static and dynamic assessment followed by the application of relevant treatment techniques and the prescription of appropriate rehabilitative exercises.
Learn about our treatments.
Manual Massage
Manual massage techniques are a physiotherapists main tool and are used to address numerous issues frequently found within animals including pain, hypertonicity, atrophy, scar tissue, trigger points, asymmetry and facial restrictions.
Stretching Exercises
Stretching exercises are frequently used following other treatment techniques in order to encourage reduced muscle hypertonicity, fascial restriction and an improvement in range of motion. They can also aid collagen fibre realignment following injury.
Dynamic Mobilisation
Dynamic mobilisation exercises consist of various techniques utilised in order to encourage movements which will improve an animals posture, range of motion, strength and symmetry.
Therapeutic Ultrasound
Therapeutic Ultrasound is commonly used when treating tendon or ligament injuries or breaking down fibrous tissue. It involves the application of water and a conductive gel to the treatment area followed by treatment which the ultrasound head.
Low Level Laser Therapy
Low Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) is a treatment frequently used in encouraging improved wound healing or a reduction in pain. It is applied directly to the target area, except in cases where an open wound is present in which case it is held just above the surface.
Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation
Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS) is a treatment commonly used to reduce chronic pain and tension present within muscle tissue. Its use includes application of water and gel followed by the placement of electrodes onto the skin.
Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Therapy
Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Therapy (PEMFT) is a treatment commonly used to reduce pain and stimulate healing. It is very useful in cases where the patient is anxious due to its non- invasive nature. It is also very useful when addressing issues deeper within the body, such as in cases of sacroiliac joint injury.
INDIBA Radiofrequency Therapy (Equine only)
INDIBA is a state of the art piece of physiotherapy equipment which is based on radiofrequency. It has numerous uses including injury healing, tissue repair, pain relief, performance enhancement and the treatment of chronic conditions. It’s use is backed up by over 35 years of peer reviewed scientific research. INDIBA is a non-invasive therapy that can benefit almost every horse regardless of their injury. For more information on INDIBA please contact me or visit their website: https://www.indiba.com/iah/
Kinesiology Taping
Kinesiology taping is becoming more popular in animals and has numerous benefits. These include promoting a reduction in swelling, providing support and stimulating proprioceptive feedback to correct postural dysfunction.
Frequently Asked Questions.
How many treatments is my animal likely to need?
Each animal and case is unique, some cases may only require a checkup every six months while others will require numerous sessions in order to address any issues.
I would like to get my animal booked in however they are currently receiving veterinary treatment.
If you would like your animal to have a physio session and they are currently receiving veterinary care you will need to ask you vet if they are happy for the animal to see a physio and ask them to send through a signed form giving veterinary consent for the physiotherapy treatment.
Will I be able to ride my horse after a physio session?
We normally do not recommend you ride you horse for at least 24 hours following your physio session however this length of time my vary depending on what was found during the session and what treatments were applied.
How should I prepare for my session?
All animals should be relatively clean and dry prior to the session and be moved to a quiet area where treatment can safely be given such as their stable for horses or a quiet area of the house with something to lie on for dogs.