
Massage Therapy
Did you know your dog has around 700 muscles that pull on the 320 bones to produce movement? Without muscle there is no movement and it’s the tissue that is most likely to accrue injuries, stress and overcompensate for orthopedic issues. Massage is a very effective therapy to rehabilitate and recondition your dog’s muscles for movement, mobility and longevity!
Much as in humans, massage therapy for animals has been shown to:
Relieve muscular tension, spasms and pain
Reduce trigger point formation
Reduce scar tissue
Increase range of motion
Improve tone in weak muscles
Relieve intestinal gas and aid in digestion
Interrupt the pain cycle by activating sensory receptors
Increase circulation
Increase lymphatic circulation and immunity
Decrease blood pressure and reduce heart rate
Calm animals – massage increases dopamine and serotonin levels and is linked to decreased stress levels