What is Osteopathy?
Animal Osteoapthy
A gentle form of manual therapy that creates fluidity and harmony within the musculoskeletal system, vascular and lymphatic system, nervous system and organ field. We assess and treat the whole body looking for the cause as to why something is happening emotionally or physically. We tap into their own innate healing by releasing restrictions through compensations that impede on proper flow and communication of the above systems.
Just like us humans, animals can have many compensations throughout their lifetime and eventually their bodies will start to show the effects of them. In an osteopathic treatment, we would assess and treat the compensations that are creating the weak points that can create an environment for injuries or distress on a joint/muscle. We tap into their innate healing by opening up pathways for improved circulation, nerve communication and lymphatics, to encourage the body to work more efficiently.
Some of the tools we use whilst treating are: myofascial release (fascial release), muscle energy techniques, joint mobilizations, tissue unwinding, cranial osteopathy, and stretches with full body integration.
Osteopathy does not replace your primary Veterinarian care. Please contact your Vet if you have any concerns with the health of your pet or Equine.