Hydrotherapy
is an ancient form of natural
treatment in which the physical properties of
warm water and weightlessness
are utilised to gain relaxation and freedom
of movement, to promote muscle
relaxation, aid pain relief and to assist joint
movements and cardiovascular
activity. When
a animal enters the water and
starts to swim, muscles that
may not have
used in years begin to receive
stimulation.
The benefit to injured animals is a slow build up of strength without the
danger of any injury being caused by putting weight on weak bones and muscles.
Fully fit animals also benefit. Six minutes in a pool can be the equivalent
to a five mile walk or a hundred yard run.
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