Why Physio?
Veterinary physiotherapy aims to alleviate pain and discomfort through a variety of techniques. By using these methods, we can stimulate the body's natural healing mechanisms and enhance mobility, aiding animals in their recovery from injury, illness, or surgery.
Rachel's expertise in anatomy, physiology, and pathology allows her to craft personalized treatment plans for each patient. These plans are meticulously crafted to address the unique needs of your pet, informed by the latest scientific insights.
At Mobilise VP, collaboration is key. We work closely with your vet and other professionals to ensure the best possible outcome for your pet. Operating on a referral-only basis, we obtain comprehensive clinical histories from your vet, enabling us to fully understand your pet's pre-existing conditions and provide safe and effective care.
How does physiotherapy work?
Physiotherapy encompasses several techniques, including manual therapies such as massage and stretching, as well as electrotherapies such as laser, and of course exercise therapy.
Exercise therapy is one of the most important stages in a physiotherapy plan. We use targeted exercises to build muscle which then can support painful joints or improve posture and general comfort levels. Having good muscle mass and tone is essential to maintain comfort and prevent excess strain. But these exercises are best performed once pain is well controlled.
Massage can assist with keeping muscles pain-free and tension-free which allows quicker healing, and means exercises will be performed correctly and thus muscle building will be quicker.
Laser therapy is a revolutionary development in the physiotherapy industry. It uses infrared light to stimulate cellular changes - by applying high power infrared light to the cells in a joint, they are stimulated to heal themselves. As such, laser can be used to reduce inflammation, decrease pain drastically, increases blood flow to the tissues, and heals damaged cells.
Conditions that benefit from physiotherapy:
Multiple conditions can benefit from treatment, from conservative management to post-surgery rehabilitation:
Osteoarthritis
Hip/elbow dysplasia
Cruciate disease
Patella luxation
Soft tissue injuries (muscle, tendons and ligaments)
Spinal conditions (intervertebral disc disease etc.)
Spinal injuries
Canine degenerative myelopathy
Polyradiculoneuritis
Other neurological conditions
Fractures
Signs your dog may benefit from physiotherapy:
Dogs can sometimes display signs immediately following an injury or you may see a slow deterioration over time depending on the condition/injury. Common signs which could indicate your dog may benefit from treatment include:
- Reluctance to walk/go up and down stairs/jump in and out cars
- Slowing down
- Lameness
- Behavioural changes or uncharacteristic behaviours
- Unwillingness/inability to groom themselves
- Swelling/inflammation of affected area
- Stiffness
- Unwilling to be touched or groomed
- Altered gait
- Difficulty getting up or down
- Spending excess time sleeping
Veterinary Referral
Under the Veterinary Surgeons Exemption Order (2015), a referral form is required to be completed by your vet prior to a veterinary physiotherapist treating that animal. This is in addition to the Veterinary Surgeons Act 1966 which details that animals should only be treated by persons qualified to do so. This applies specifically to a diagnosed medical condition. On this basis, we are unable to treat your animal unless have received a referral from your veterinary surgeon.
N.B. This does not apply to maintenance cases such as performance enhancement, as long as there are no underlying medical conditions present.
This protocol is essential as certain conditions and medications may impact the suitability of physiotherapy. Collaborating closely with your veterinary surgeon enables us to deliver the most effective treatment for your animal.
Before commencing treatment, we kindly request that you submit a Veterinary Referral Form, ideally accompanied by a complete clinical history. You can download the form below and send it to info@mobilisevetphysio.co.uk. Alternatively, you can provide us with your vet's contact details, and we'll reach out to them on your behalf.
Frequently asked questions
To book a consultation, we first need your pet's full clinical history, and referral form to be filled out by your pet's primary vet. You can download this below, or we can request this information on your behalf. If you would like us to start the referral process, please contact us via email or telephone and provide the following information:
Your full name:
Address:
Contact telephone number:
Email address:
Pet's name:
Pet's date of birth:
Pet's breed:
Reason for referral:
Referring vet's name:
Referring vet practice's address:
Referring vet's contact number:
Is your pet registered at any other vet practice?
Has your pet attended a different vet practice in the past?
Insurance company:
Once we have received this information, we will reach out to your vets for the clinical history and completed referral form. Once we have received this from your vets, we will contact you to get your pet(s) booked for an initial consultation.
Call us on 07543 743728 or email us at info@mobilisevetphysio.co.uk
At Mobilise VP, we prioritise positive reinforcement and nurturing trust and bonds with our patients. Rachel's wealth of experience working with anxious dogs has shown remarkable results through a patient and gentle approach.
If you suspect your animal may be nervous or anxious, we encourage you to reach out to us before your appointment. This allows us to allocate additional time and ensure a calm and comfortable experience for your pet.
We are able to accept cash or bank transfer payments at the time of appointment.
Most pet insurance providers now recognise the need for physiotherapy alongside the standard treatments your vets provide. We advise you always check with your insurance provider prior to your appointments with us that they cover physiotherapy as a complementary therapy to avoid unexpected costs. Some insurance providers allow a certain number of sessions, and some a monetary limit. Let us know upon booking and we can do our best to work with you on this.
We are not able to process direct claims for physiotherapy and, as such, you will need to pay at the time of the appointment and claim this back from your insurance provider.
- Discounts are available for group bookings of 2+ animals
- Refer a friend and receive £5 off your next session when they book in with us
- Special discounts available for assistance dogs, police dogs, and those under the care of registered charities
- Block booking discounts available
Referral Form
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