Julia Robertson (UK Galen Myotherapy), Andy Mead (Galen Therapy Centre, Coolham, West Sussex, UK)

Physical Therapy and Massage for the Dog

• Broschiertes Buch

Produktbeschreibung

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. In this book the authors are concerned with the prevention, management and treatment of movement and allied disorders. It encompasses detailed assessments, treatment programs that involve hands-on therapy along with dynamic remedial and strengthening techniques using exercise plans.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Taylor & Francis Ltd
• Seitenzahl: 224
• Erscheinungstermin: 16. August 2018
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 164mm x 242mm x 20mm
• Gewicht: 388g
• ISBN-13: 9781138324190
• ISBN-10: 1138324191
• Artikelnr.: 54062665

Autorenporträt

Julia Robertson, Andy Mead

Inhaltsangabe

1. Anatomy and physiology
comparative anatomy
skeletal system
muscular system
fascia
systems in brief-circulatory
lymphatic
skin
neuromuscular physiology 2. How a dog moves
Muscles
Observations of possible muscular issues
Muscle Chart 3. Exercise/activity preparation
exercise and conditioning for dog and handler
movement of the jumping dog
warming up
pre and post event massage
passive movement
how to recognise and manage minor muscular injur 4. Rehabilitation techniques
appropriate exercise
passive movement and its role in rehabilitation
hydrotherapy 5. Massage and physical therapy
history of animal massage
techniques and effects
contraindications
treatment of lesions/injuries and scarring 6. Common pathologies
arthritis
OCD etc.