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| OUR SERVICES: ROUTINE DENTISTRY PHYSICAL THERAPY ACUPUNCTURE MASSAGE HOSPICE COUNSELING |
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PHYSICAL REHABILITATION Hope Vet's Physical Rehabilitation team offers a wide range of modalities that can be customized to meet a pet's individual needs. Our program offers hydrotherapy, neuromuscular stimulation, ultrasound therapy, massage therapy, accupuncture and customized exercises. Rehabilitation is most effective for pets recovering from surgery and recent injuries, suffering from arthritis or chronic pain and those in need of physical conditioning. Pets do not have to be patients at Hope Vet in order to obtain physical rehabilitation. The rehabilitation staff work closely with referring veterinarians to promote comprehensive care of each pet. Hydrotherapy Hope Vet’s hydrotherapy system consists of a veterinary-specific whirlpool that provides neuromuscular stimulation in the water. The treatment has proven to be relaxing for the pet while safely stimulating muscles and nerves, thus providing pain relief and increasing circulation. The pool’s warm water and jets also augment healing processes while providing comfort. Hydrotherapy may be used in combination with other types of therapy to meet a pet’s individual needs. Neuromuscular Stimulation   Massage is a noninvasive therapy involving manipulation of muscle and other soft tissue. Dogs and cats experience many benefits from massage including improved circulation, relaxed muscles, enhanced range of motion and support for post surgical recovery. Massage enhances overall good health and promotes the healing process. It is very beneficial for older, less active animals. Massage often enhances the benefits of other rehabilitation therapies by relaxing the animal and helping reduce pain and anxiety. By reducing anxiety, massage can also improve behavioral issues. (More Info) Ultrasound Therapy Ultrasound is a safe, useful form of heat therapy. While heat has been used as a means of therapy for centuries, ultrasound provides a method of penetrating heat deep into muscle tissue. Ultrasound is a highly advanced and powerful modality often used in conjunction with neuromuscular stimulation. Used as a form of heat therapy, ultrasound provides increased nerve conduction and muscle/joint flexibility while decreasing pain and muscle spasms. Hope Vet’s rehabilitation team regards as essential the engagement and support of clients in the treatment of their pets. This includes education and supportive follow-up to ensure that clients are able to continue treatments and recommendations at home. You may start by setting up a consultation with our highly trained rehabilitation staff to assess goals for your pet and develop a program that is right for his/her needs. Acupuncture Acupuncture is a part of an integrated natural healing system referred to as ‘Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine’ (TCVM) in which small, sterile needles are inserted by the acupuncturist into specific points (acupoints) on the patients body. TCVM also incorporates other natural modalites such as food therapy, herbal medicine and Tui-na (acupressure). Some patients experience results after one session and some require a series of sessions. Examples of what can be treated: Pain Management for arthritis, DJD, hip/elbow dysplasia, musculoskeletal abnormalities; Chronic disease such as asthma, irritable bowel disease, chronic renal failure, hyperthyroidism, allergy, ear infections, eye infections, gingivitis, autoimmune disorders; GI disorders; Behavioral issues such as anxiety; Improve quality of life in terminally ill patients. (More Info) |
Hope Veterinary Clinic, 390 Atlantic Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11217 MAP (718) 852-4219 |