Welcome to the website of Katie Knight Veterinary Physiotherapy
Katie Knight Veterinary Physiotherapy is owned and run by Katie Knight who is a fully qualified veterinary physiotherapist and a member of the National Association of Veterinary Physiotherapists (NAVP) and Register of Animal Musculoskeletal Practitioners (RAMP). Katie provides a friendly, professional and reliable veterinary physiotherapy service throughout West Wales.
Veterinary physiotherapy is used to identify areas of dysfunction or weakness and then an individually tailored treatment programme and remedial exercise programme will be developed in order to optimize the healing process and return to function of the animal. Working alongside your vet will ensure your animal receives the most appropriate and effective treatment possible.
Aims of physiotherapy:
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Relieve pain
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Optimize healing
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Restore function and mobility
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Enhance performance and athletic ability
Common conditions treated:
- Muscle strains
- Tendon injuries
- Ligament injuries
- Arthritis
- Fractures
- Surgery (pre and post-operatively)
- Neurological Conditions
- Joint Problems
- Compensatory problems due to underlying lameness
Treatment modalities used:
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Massage
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Stretching
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Joint mobilizations
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Cold
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Heat
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Electrotherapy (TENs, NMES, Laser, PEMF and H-Wave)
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Remedial exercise prescription
A combination of treatments dependent on the issue being treated will be used to ensure your animal gains the full benefit of treatment.
