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Physical Therapy and Massage for the Dog

Physical Therapy and Massage for the Dog

Authors
Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd
Year 16/08/2018
Pages 224
Version paperback
Readership level College/higher education
Language English
ISBN 9781138324190
Categories Agriculture & related industries
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Book description

Interest in canine massage and physical therapy has grown as greater emphasis is placed on the general fitness and agility of dogs, as pets and as sporting animals. This book details the prevention, management and treatment of movement and allied disorders. It encompasses detailed assessments, treatment programmes that involve hands-on therapy along with dynamic remedial and strengthening techniques using exercise plans.

Following succinct discussion of the relevant canine anatomy and physiology, the authors provide chapters on each of the key topics: movement and muscles; exercise; preparation for sports performance; rehabilitation techniques; massage and physical therapy; and common relevant pathologies affecting dogs.

Physical Therapy and Massage for the Dog is of interest to all those involved in canine welfare including veterinary practitioners, veterinary students, therapists, dog owners and dog trainers. "The seven chapters are supported with nicely presented coloured photographs, images and diagrams .. . This is certainly a book that anyone interested in an introduction to physical therapy and massage for the dog will enjoy."
-Veterinary Record

Physical Therapy and Massage for the Dog

Table of contents

Introduction to Physical Therapy and Massage, Julia Robertson and Andy Mead

Introduction

A brief History of Massage

Current practice



Anatomy and Physiology, Julia Robertson and Andy Mead

Introduction

Skeletal System

Muscular System

Fascia

Nervous System

Other Systems

Comparative Human and Canine Anatomy



How a Dog Moves, Julia Robertson

Introduction

Muscle placement and action

Initiation of movement

Development of the puppy



Exercise and Activity Preparation, Julia Robertson and Meg Robertson

Exercise and Conditioning

Performance Areas and Their Stresses

Warming Up and Warming Down

Warm-Up and Warm-Down for the Handler



Rehabilitation Techniques, Julia Robertson

Introduction

Exercising

Passive movement

Hydrotherapy



Massage in Physical Therapy, Julia Robertson

Introduction to Massage

Massage Methodology

Massage Application

Massage Techniques

Assessment of the Dog

Treatment

Contraindications for Canine Massage



Common Diseases and Pathologies, Andy Mead and Julia Robertson





Investigation of Canine Lameness

Common Joint Diseases Causing Lameness

Disorders of Muscles and Tendons

Neoplasia

Spinal Disease

Peripheral Neurological Disease

Glossary of Terms

Further Reading

Appendix - The Muscles of the Dog - Their Placement and Actions

Index

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