Myotherapy
Myotherapy for dogs in Sussex
At Snowy’s of Sussex Canine Therapy, we offer expert myotherapy treatments delivered by our qualified Myotherapists, Jess.
Working in conjunction with our main site in Kent, our team understands the intricacies of canine anatomy, their movement, and how muscle dysfunction can impact a dog’s overall well-being and happiness.
We use the PACT® (Positive Progressive Affective Cycle of Therapy) approach, providing choice-led treatments bespoke to your dog’s specific needs. Ensuring that the myotherapy your dog receives is always at the right pace and intensity for your dog, ensuring they feel comfortable and safe throughout the process.
What is Canine Myotherapy?
Canine myotherapy is a canine focused therapeutic practice designed to target any muscular pain, tension and dysfunction through different canine massage techniques.
It is a non-invasive therapy which works well by focusing on any underlying muscular issues that can affect a dog’s overall well-being and health. Myotherapy is especially beneficial for dogs who are recovering from injuries, surgeries, or managing chronic conditions such as arthritis or hip dysplasia.
Known to significantly improve joint mobility, reducing stiffness and promoting a normal range of motion. Crucial for dogs that may be experiencing limited movements due to injury or age related conditions.
Like many of our canine therapies, myotherapy helps to improve circulation which in turn helps to promote faster recovery and reduce muscle tightness. Helping to treat existing issues but equally playing an important role in injury prevention, improving flexibility, and overall muscle health before problems may arise.
Dogs that undergo regular myotherapy sessions benefit from a calmer state, reducing any stress they may feel, beneficial for their emotional well-being. If your dog is active or a working dog then myotherapy is a great pre and post event treatment, enhancing their performance and reducing the risk of strain.
Overall, canine myotherapy with Snowy’s of Sussex Canine Therapy is an effective and gentle way to support a dog’s physical and mental health. Ultimately improving their quality of life through a natural and non-invasive method.
Benefits of Myotherapy:
There are many benefits to myotherapy for dogs, they include…
- Pain relief: myotherapy helps to alleviate muscle pain, tension within the muscles, and discomfort experienced from arthritis and injury.
- Improve mobility: sessions of myotherapy can increase joint flexibility, reduce stiffness experienced by your dog, and restores normal range of motion.
- Enhanced circulation: myotherapy promotes better blood flow, helping to aid recovery and reducing muscle tightness felt by your dog.
- Stress relief: myotherapy is known for reducing anxiety, promoting relaxation and improving the mental well-being of dogs.
- Supports recovery: myotherapy speeds up recovery from injuries, surgeries, and any strenuous physical activity that your dog may experience or partake in.
- Performance enhancement: this type of canine therapy is ideal for working dogs, providing pre and post event care in order to enhance performance and reduce strain.
Is Myotherapy right for your dog?
Suitable for dogs of all ages and activity levels, myotherapy is particularly beneficial for managing common conditions such as arthritis, muscle atrophy, lameness, stiffness, and post-surgical recovery.
Myotherapy can also benefit working, agility, or sports dogs – helping to improve their performance and recovery.
You can learn more about Myotherapy here with our partner centre, Snowy’s Canine Therapy Centre, and browse our case studies here.
