North East Hydrotherapy Centre

Our Story

North East Hydrotherapy Animal Rehabilitation Centre is a family run local business, originally named “Biscuit and Baileys”, from our own two dogs names that inspired us into the rehabilitation business. Michael and his team are keen to provide an excellent, professional, personalised and personal service to all our customers with the best interests, health and wellbeing of the animals always considered. The services that we provide are: K-Laser; We offer state of the art class IV Laser, K-Laser treatment, it can help your dog, cat, rabbit or horse with varied treatments and applications. The biological effects include but are not limited to Accelerated tissue repair and cell growth. Faster Wound Healing, Reduced fibrous tissue formation. Anti-inflammation, Anti-pain (Analgesic), improved vascular activity. Increased metabolic activity, improved nerve function, immunoregulation and can target trigger points and acupuncture points. Hydrotherapy; We have 2 top of the range brand new hydro-physio under water treadmills with extended length chambers and incline options at our centre suitable for all breeds and sizes. Canine Hydrotherapy is used in the treatment of osteoarthritis, orthopaedic conditions, neurological conditions, muscle, ligament and other soft tissue injuries. It can also help with general convalescence, improve general fitness, cardiovascular stamina, muscle tone and is also helpful in aiding recovery from injury or surgery. Muscle wastage begins within 3 days of any immobilisation so to prevent further weakness or injury it is important to rebuild, through safe exercise, any muscles that have deteriorated. It is better to swim/walk dogs in heated water since cold water causes constriction of the blood vessels near the skin and to the superficial muscles (those just under the skin) which restricts the flow of blood making the muscles less efficient. Hydrotherapy is also considered to be a natural anti-inflammatory through its ability to reduce tissue swelling.

Stance Analysis; We use our stance analysis system to assess and quantify our patients weight loading through each limb and use this to benchmark and monitor progress over time or to monitor early detection of potential lameness with referral back to your primary care veterinarian. This can help us validate our treatment plans to our clients and eliminates subjective interpretation.

Theraplate; The Theraplate uses small, circular movements to stimulate muscle contraction and increase circulation. It works from the inside of your body out to yield powerful results with no negative impact to the joints. It can increase ATP within your body with unto 50% healing due to this increase along with reducing inflammation and swelling. It improves balance, joint, ligament and tendon function as well as building lean even muscle mass throughout your whole body with consistent use.

Veterinary Nurses; We have a plethora of knowledge from our two experienced and registered veterinary nurses who are available to answer your questions and offer support through a range of non-prescriptive activities Physiotherapy; Our ACPAT Physiotherapist will devise an individual plan with you for rehabilitation, sports or pre-event/ post event activities.