Finding Pet Physical Therapy in Bayside

Following intense surgery and injuries, there’s a good chance your pet may need physical therapy to fully recover. If your pet is displaying some of the following signs, then it may be time to consider physical therapy:

• Trouble lying down, sleeping, and getting up
• Difficulty or unwillingness to climb the stairs or get up on furniture
• Reluctance to go on long walks and opting for much shorter walks
• Decreased appetite
• Longer naps
• Increased fatigue

Physical therapy can involve a wide variety of equipment and exercises. Some of the types of exercise and routines a pet can experience during physical therapy are:

• Active range of motion exercises
• Passive range of motion exercises
• Stretching
• Swimming
• Heat and cold therapy
• Underwater treadmill
• Obstacle course
• Therapeutic ultrasound
• Cold therapy laser
• And much more

When considering physical therapy for your pet, it’s a good idea to get your vet’s advice. For all your pet’s physical therapy and rehabilitation needs in Bayside, Whitestone, Flushing, and the surrounding areas, trust in the team at North Shore Animal Hospital to help your furry pal get back up on their paws. With our skills, expertise, and specialized equipment, your best friend will be running around again in no time. Please call us to discuss your pet’s physical therapy or rehab needs or to schedule an underwater treadmill appointment.