Services
Natasha at Active Paws Physiotherapy strives to deliver a high standard of care to each individual patient, by providing each patient with their own tailored treatment and rehabilitation plan. Prior to your appointment, to comply with the Veterinary surgeon act 1966, Natasha will have to gain referral from your veterinary surgeon in order to treat your animal.
Manual Therapy
Manual therapies are techniques that are carried out using the therapist's hands.
- Massage
- Passive range of motion
- Stretches
- Mobilisation
- Manipulation
- Trigger point therapy
- Soft tissue release
- Myofascial release
- Thermotherapy
Electrotherapies
In addition to manual techniques, Natasha offers a range of electrotherapies when appropriate to complement and aid with rehabilitation.
- Ultrasound
- Laser
- Pulse Electromagnetic Field Therapy
- Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation
- Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation
Exercises and Rehabilitation Prescription
Prescribed exercises are a crucial part of any animal's rehabilitation program. Whether they are to aid recovery by improving strength, range of motion and proprioception, or to maintain current physique, Natasha is able to recommend certain exercises for each individual case depending on their requirements. Exercises may include ;-
- Assisted stretching
- Baited stretching
- Pole work
- Lateral work
- Balance work
- Proprioception work
- Therabands
Location
Natasha offers a fully mobile, friendly service and is happy to travel to your home within a 10mile radius of Hemel Hempstead. If you are outside of this area please do contact us to discuss with Natasha.
Natasha also offers treatments in a safe environment in Hemel Hempstead.