Massage is an ancient art that engages the deliberate and manual manipulation of the muscle, sinew and joints of the body to improve elasticity, range of motion, lymphatic circulation and drainage as well as cardiac circulation. KEEPING OUR BEASTS HEALTHY:
Regular massage therapy is greatly recommended for athletes, and athletes our furry ones are, whether they enjoy agility or a good round of fl
yball! Massage Therapy keeps soft tissue healthy and in great working condition which helps to increase strength, speed and agility. Regular massage therapy increases the chances of early detection of any abnormalities in soft tissues - this means taking a small problem and stopping it from becoming a larger more debilitating one later. REHABILITATION:
Massage increases healing - shortening length of the rehabilitation time of injured soft tissue. Whether dealing with post traumatic or post surgical issues; strains or sprains; torn tendons, ligaments, or muscles, massage can make a great difference in the healing process while bringing a holistic twist to healing. For an animal who has broken a limb, massage therapy will offer amazing supportive therapy for her other limbs who have been responsible for compensating physically. Once that limb is removed from its cast, it will seriously benefit from some therapeutic massage to rebuild atrophied muscles. PALLIATIVE CARE:
For our transitioning friends the benefits of massage therapy come from pain management, increasing circulation to keep body temperature up, removing toxins from body by increasing lymphatic drainage, and by aiding in the overall health of the muscles, muscle tone, flexibility and movement. I aim to bring calm and relaxation to our elders and our ailing friends. Palliative care is specialized treatment for aged dogs or dogs with serious illnesses. This type of care is focused on providing relief from the symptoms and stress of ageing or of serious illness. The goal is to improve quality of life for both the patient and the family caring for him or her. Palliative care is the specialized treatment of dogs suffering from the symptoms and stress of serious illnesses like Cancer, Congestive Heart Failure, Renal or Hepatic Failure and so very many more. Using Holistic treatments like Massage, Hydrotherapy, Stretching, Acupressure, and Reflexology, I can treat pain, depression, shortness of breath, fatigue, constipation, nausea, loss of appetite, anxiety and the many other symptoms that could be causing distress and affecting quality of life.
