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Physical Therapy and Massage for the Dog

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Physical Therapy and Massage for the Dog explores the increasing importance of canine fitness and agility, offering detailed guidance on preventing and managing movement disorders. The book covers canine anatomy and physiology, key topics such as muscles, exercise, sports preparation, rehabilitation, and hands-on therapy techniques including massage and strengthening exercises.
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Ideal for veterinary practitioners, veterinary students, canine therapists, dog owners, and trainers interested in canine welfare and physical fitness.

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Covers the prevention, management and treatment, including exercise plans. Sections on anatomy and physiology , movement and muscles; exercise; preparation for sports performance; rehabilitation techniques; massage and physical therapy; common relevant pathologies affecting dogs.

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Interest in canine massage and physical therapy has grown as greater emphasis is placed on the general fitness and agility of dogs, both as pets and sporting animals. This book details the prevention, management, and treatment of movement and allied disorders. It encompasses detailed assessments and treatment programmes that involve hands-on therapy along with dynamic remedial and strengthening techniques using exercise plans.

Following a succinct discussion of the relevant canine anatomy and physiology, the authors provide chapters on each of the key topics: movement and muscles; exercise; preparation for sports performance; rehabilitation techniques; massage and physical therapy; and common relevant pathologies affecting dogs.

Physical Therapy and Massage for the Dog is of interest to all those involved in canine welfare, including veterinary practitioners, veterinary students, therapists, dog owners, and dog trainers.

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"The seven chapters are supported with nicely presented coloured photographs, images and diagrams .. . This is certainly a book that anyone interested in an introduction to physical therapy and massage for the dog will enjoy." —Veterinary Record

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ISBN: 9781840761443

Publisher: Manson Publishing Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 15 March 2013

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Manson Publishing Ltd

Illustration: 210 Illustrations, color

Audience: Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Width: 156.0mm

Height: 234.0mm

Weight: 560g

Pages: 224

About the Author

Galen Therapy Centre, Coolham, West Sussex, UK

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