General Injury Recovery
Massage can be incredibly beneficial for dogs healing from an injury. Like us, dogs can experience muscle tension, soreness, and stiffness after an injury. Massage can help relieve these symptoms by promoting relaxation, increasing circulation, and reducing inflammation. In addition, massage can improve the dog's overall range of motion and flexibility, which can aid in the healing process.
If an injury was long-lasting or incapacitating, a dog will limit how much range of motion was possible before the injury, for fear of experiencing more pain. They learn that motions or stretches are painful while injured, and won’t return to previous capabilities after healed. Passive-repetitive stretching can show the dog that they are healed and those actions are “safe” again.
Below you’ll find more information about other conditions massage can help manage:
Help your very important pooch feel better by booking a massage appointment today!
