Cheryl Murphy,
BSc(PT);
Equine & Animal Physiotherapist
Educational Background & Experience What is
Equine & Animal Physiotherapy?
Graduated in 1988 from the University of British Columbia with a Bachelors of Science Degree in Physiotherapy.


I have over 11 years working experience in Physiotherapy. Through continuing education courses I have learned to apply my skills to horses and other animal species.


I work in the
Okanagan Valley,
British Columbia,
Canada.

RIGOR RIDGE PHYSIOTHERAPY
2063 Carmi Road
Penticton, BC
V2A 8V5



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When looking for a physical therapist or ANY other animal health care practitioner,
make sure you look for:

1. Qualifications
2. A thorough physical examination
3. Scientific rationale for treatment
4. Good communication skills
5. References

Physical (or Physio) Therapy is a healthcare profession directed at evaluating, restoring and maintaining physical function and movement.


Physiotherapists are intensely educated in Anatomy, Physiology, Biomechanics, Histology, Neurology, and Pathology.
Physiotherapists are able too assess, diagnose and treat movement and function.
The goal of physiotherapy is to relieve pain, restore range of movement, improve function/performance, expand the physical potential of the animal; and to educate the animal owner on how to prevent injuries.


What I Do:

I will evaluate your animals movement, spinal and joint function, strength, endurance and other physical abilities to determine the specific problem or disability.
Then I will determine how best to restore proper movement and reduce the pain based on the findings of a thorough examination.
I will work with you, the owner, to plan a treatment program we can do together.

I have at my disposal a variety to treatment options including mobilizing or manipulating the spine or joints. Use of laser, ultrasound, electrical stimulation, acupressure/massage or electricoacupuncture and lastly exercise prescription.

Physiotherapists are the only healthcare professional trained in exercise prescription for specific and specialized problems.

How Do I Know if a Animal I Own Needs Physiotherapy?
* Has your animal had a recent or past injury, that is apparently causing pain or poor movement?
* Has your animal had a recent surgery? {for humans all orthopaedic and neurological surgeries are preceded and/or followed by physiotherapy}
* Is your animal physically not able to do the things it once could?
* Do you think your horse or animal could perform better but something seems to be wrong?
* Has your animal developed behavioural problems? {Head shaking, bucking, kicking, and other strange behaviours are often the result of pain or neurological injury and can be lessened or eliminated with treatments.}
* Does your pet display obvious pain or weakness anywhere?

If you answered yes to any or all of the above contact an animal physiotherapist.
If you live or come through my area I would be glad to see you.

Physiotherapists are the only allied health professional with the capability to assess and treat joint, spine, soft tissue (muscle, tendon, ligament, skin) and neurological dysfunctions ALL IN ONE.

 
Favorite Links
 
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American Physical Therapy Association
Check out the special Veterinary Medicine Special Interest Group section.

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My Other Web Page
Visit here to find out How to be Healthy and Fit.

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Physiotherapy Association of BC
Click here to learn more about Physiotherapy in BC

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