Sports Massage

Not just an expression of our affection for our pets, therapeutic massage therapy complements traditional treatments for managing pain and restoring natural balance to the body. Senior pets suffering from joint pain and stiffness, pets recovering from surgery, and athletes recovering from injury all benefit from massage.

By revitalizing the muscle structure that is so important to proper skeletal support and circulatory function, canine therapeutic massage is offered for relaxation, rehabilitation and recovery.

Benefits of therapeutic massage therapy:

• Pain reduction

• Improved circulation

• Reduced inflammation and swelling in the joints

• Enhanced muscle tone

• Increase range of motion and soft tissue mobility

• Reduction in muscle knots and spasms

• Endorphin release

• Decrease in stress

• Calming affect on patients

• Improved mental focus, attitude, posture & balance
  

Conditions that benefit from therapeutic massage include:

• Muscle strains

• Arthritis and chronic inflammation

• Post-operative rehab

• Pre-performance

• Post-performance

• Nerve damage

• Digestive issues

• Anxiety

Therapeutic massage can be very beneficial but, as with any new therapy, monitoring your pet during therapy is essential. If your pet is on any medication, has a specific health condition or injury or other complications, check with your veterinarian prior to offering massage therapy.

Our pet massage therapist is AnnaLisa Allegretti.

With degrees from Bryn Mawr and the University of Pennsylvania, AnnaLisa is certified in Canine & Equine Massage and brings a variety of experiences and skill to our practice.