VETERINARY REHABILITATION THERAPY (LIKE PHYSIOTHERAPY) This professional service encompasses an array of benecial therapies used to help with many conditions. It's useful for musculoskeletal problems, postsurgery, neurological problems, weakness, recovery from injuries, osteoarthritis, calming, obesity, and general health. It's also used to prevent injuries in compromised patients or dogs competing in specic activities. Rehabilitation therapy combines: 1. Manual techniques like massage, stretching and manual manipulation, 2. Physical exercises – for proprioception, balance, strengthening, nerve retraining, muscular atrophy, and specic activities eg agility training 3. Thermal therapy – heat and cold used therapeutically 4. Modalities – Specic equipment is used for therapeutic purposes e.g. Low level light therapy (therapeutic laser) or Pulsed Electromagnetic Therapy (PEMF) Rehabilitation therapy is often combined with other integrative techniques such as acupuncture and Veterinary Medical Manipulation.