Symptoms
There are a few symptoms that may indicate that your dog would benefit from McTimoney treatment:
- Crying out when getting up
Reluctance to exercise
Lameness after a fall or accident
Stiffness or pain after exercise
Difficulty getting into cars or climbing stairs
Discomfort when being stroked on their back
Changes in behaviour, performance or temperament
Dragging limbs or odd action
First Session
It is important that Steven understands the dogs history as much as possible before starting treatment. Therefore the first thing that Steven will do is take down some details of the dogs lifestyle and exercise regime, along with details of the dogs past and present injuries and any changes in behaviour. Once this has been discussed Steven will assess your dog and make gentle adjustments to the spine, pelvis and any other areas affected. You will then be given advice for any aftercare needed.
Number of Sessions
It is highly recommended that the dog receives at least 2 treatments about a week apart. Future sessions will depend on:
- The Age of your dog
The dogs general fitness levels
Amount of time that the dog has had the problem
Severity of the problem
Lifestyle and activities - Aftercare
Following Treatment
Reactions to treatment vary, you may find that your dog, for a day or two, has more/less energy, is more/less hungry or thirsty or appears more/less comfortable. All of these are very normal reactions to the McTimoney treatment. If at any time you are worried about the wellbeing of your dog, either during or after treatment, it is important that you get in touch with Steven immediately.
Aftercare
In most cases, it will be important to give your dog some rest time and a break from their usual exercise regime before gradually increasing back to their normal routine. You will be given aftercare advice that is tailored to your dogs needs taking into account the severity of their problem and their age.
As the dog owner, there are a few ways that you can help your dog on the road to recovery such as: avoid rough games and slippery floors; review everyday activities like jumping on furniture, feeding posture; make sure all collars, harnesses and any other equipment are correctly fitting and well made
