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The benefits of physical therapy for animals have been widely accepted in the veterinary community for many years. [10] [11] [12] However, clinical practice of physical therapy for animals is a relatively new field in the U.S. In Europe, equine and canine physical therapy have been widely recommended and used for at least the last fifteen years ...
Veterinary chiropractic, also known as animal chiropractic, is the application of chiropractic—a type of spinal manipulation—on animals. [1] Veterinary chiropractors typically treat horses, racing greyhounds, and pets. [2] Veterinary chiropractic is a controversial method due to a lack of evidence as to the efficacy of chiropractic methods. [3]
Many types of physical rehabilitation and sports medicine treatments have been studied in humans and in animals enough to have some sort of evidence to support its usage. [ 2 ] Underwater treadmill therapy has various reports of efficacy, but it can be used for both rehabilitation and conditioning. [ 2 ]
Recently, an interesting array of animals is being used for therapy.
Jun. 12—Emily Sullivan wants others to know the difference between service dogs and "therapy animals." Sullivan has Tourette's Syndrome, a disorder that causes uncontrolled repetitive movements ...
By now almost everyone has heard the terms “Therapy Dog/Pet,” “Guide Dogs” and “Emotional Support Animal.” There are also “Seizure-Alert Dogs,” “Service Dogs For the Hearing ...
Specifically, canine massage therapy is a form of alternative therapy, the benefits of which may include relaxation, increased oxygenation, relief from pain, improved joint flexibility, and miscellaneous benefits to the immune system. It uses touch to maintain or improve both physical and emotional well-being.
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