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Medical Taping for dogs – What is it and how can it help your pet? You may have seen your favourite sports person running around with bright coloured taping around a joint. Did you know the tape itself does more than just support and you can get this for your pet? Kinesiology is the study of movement, kinesiology taping utilises…
At MAP, we are excited to announce the commencement of our Walking Wheels Wheelchair rental program. Various conditions, such as IVDD, hip dysplasia, degenerative myelopathy, arthritis, amputation, or post-surgery, can make it challenging for your pet to walk independently. It’s ideal to collaborate with our therapists to determine the best plan, which may involve the use of supportive wheels. We…
We are very excited to announce that we offer class IV laser therapy at MAP, the highest quality laser in the industry. K-LASER therapy does not treat conditions, it stimulates the body’s inherent healing mechanisms via a process called photobiomodulation. Through a combination of different wavelengths, power and frequency of laser light, K-LASER is able to achieve improved healing times,…
Degenerative Myelopathy in dogs is among the biggest diseases impacting pet mobility. However, an awareness of the disease and its progression can help prepare you and your pet for what’s to come. Dogs with DM will experience progressive mobility loss over many months, to years. It affects the spinal cord, thereby impacting rear leg strength. As the disease progresses, the…
Whether your dog has surgery or not, your dog will benefit from rehabilitation by a qualified animal physiotherapist. Services are usually available by referral from your own vet or surgeon, but are not essential. You may commence physio therapy at any stage in the recovery, as the treatment is tailored to the individual. Canine physiotherapy consists of a thorough evaluation…
We understand how heartbreaking it is to see your senior, arthritic, or special needs dog slipping on hardwood floors, smooth surfaces, or stairs. But hope and help are here. Dr. Buzby’s ToeGrips® dog nail grips help improve your dog’s life by increasing the anti-slip traction needed to walk on slippery surfaces. WHAT ARE TOEGRIPS? If your dog can walk on…
As a non-surgical disease of the spinal cord, rehabilitation has a huge role to play in managing dogs diagnosed with FCE. Following diagnosis one of our animal physios will assess your dog and design a treatment plan unique for them. Maintenance of physical function and prevention of secondary compensatory changes is vital to your dog making good progress throughout the rehabilitation…