Rehabilitation and Hospice Massage
In the case of illness or injury, massage can assist with productive
healing and pain management. In addition to medical diagnosis and
treatment, massage therapy can play a vital role in keeping our
animals comfortable. It can help enhance your pet's quality of life
when faced with chronic conditions.
Focus: Aiding the body to facilitate
natural healing, reduce pain and to provide comfort. Hospice Massage
can assist when end of life is near, and/or focus has changed from
"cure" to comfort.
Intended For: Any animal that may be in
a debilitated state due to illness or injury. A candidate should
have a veterinary diagnosis and any massage sessions will compliment
a treatment plan initiated by the veterinarian and others on the
rehabilitation team. Consultation can be made with your veterinarian
as needed.
Benefits:
- Support immune function.
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Aid in the relief from orthopedic, neurological, or soft tissue
conditions.
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Help restore range of motion and address compensatory patterns of
tension.
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Prepare and assist the body for pre and post-surgery, enhancing
the recovery process.
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Facilitate the environment for proper scar tissue formation or
remodel established (nonfunctional) scar tissue.
- Aid in the relief of swelling/stagnation.
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Rehabilitation massage may also reduce boredom and stress due to
confinement or lack of activity.
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Provide gentle therapeutic touch in the final stages of life. Read
more in
Questions and Concerns about End of Life care for Animals
from AHELP Project.
Frequency: Sessions can be scheduled
daily to every 5-14 days depending on the stage of recovery or
ailment.
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