Rehabilitation for Dogs and Cats

Improve mobility & recovery with expert pet rehabilitation at Animal Emergency Hospital Volusia. Offering hydrotherapy, laser therapy, & more in Ormond Beach, FL.

Veterinary Rehabilitation for Dogs and Cats in Ormond Beach, FL

Helping Pets Recover, Regain Strength, and Live Pain-Free

Just like humans benefit from physical therapy, pets can also recover from injuries, surgeries, or chronic conditions with specialized rehabilitation treatments. At Animal Emergency Hospital Volusia (AEHV) in Ormond Beach, FL, we provide veterinary rehabilitation to help dogs and cats improve mobility, reduce pain, and regain their quality of life.

Our rehabilitation programs are designed specifically for each pet based on their medical condition, lifestyle, and recovery goals. Whether your pet is healing from surgery, struggling with arthritis, recovering from a spinal injury, or needs support with weight management, our expert therapies can help.

Rehabilitation for Dogs and Cats

Why Rehabilitation is Important for Pets

Many pet owners may not realize that rehabilitation therapy plays a vital role in improving a pet’s mobility, strength, and overall well-being. Beyond post-surgical recovery, rehabilitation helps pets with arthritis, neurological disorders, and injuries regain function and prevent further complications.

By incorporating targeted exercises and advanced therapies, rehabilitation supports natural healing, enhances joint flexibility, and improves muscle coordination—ensuring that pets stay active and pain-free for as long as possible.

Key Benefits of Pet Rehabilitation

Key Benefits of Pet Rehabilitation:

Improves muscle strength, flexibility, and coordination

Restores joint mobility and function

Enhances range of motion and balance

Reduces swelling, pain, and stiffness

Speeds up recovery after surgery or injury

Minimizes the risk of re-injury

Provides mental stimulation and reduces stress

If your pet is experiencing mobility issues, recovering from surgery, or dealing with chronic pain, rehabilitation can help restore their quality of life. Call Animal Emergency Hospital Volusia at (386) 252-0206 to schedule a consultation today!

Advanced Rehabilitation Treatments for Dogs & Cats

At Animal Emergency Hospital Volusia (AEHV), we offer a wide range of rehabilitation therapies designed to improve mobility, reduce pain, and support healing in pets recovering from surgery, injuries, or chronic conditions. Each treatment is customized to meet a pet’s specific needs, ensuring a safe and effective recovery.

Advanced Rehabilitation Treatments for Dogs & Cats

Here’s why pet owners in Ormond Beach and the surrounding areas trust us for advanced veterinary diagnostics:

Acupuncture for Pets

Acupuncture is a holistic approach to pain management and healing. By inserting thin, sterile needles into specific acupuncture points, this therapy stimulates nerves, enhances blood flow, and promotes the release of natural pain-relieving chemicals. It is commonly used for pets suffering from arthritis, nerve damage, spinal injuries, and post-surgical recovery.

Hydrotherapy & Underwater Treadmill

Hydrotherapy is a fantastic low-impact exercise for pets with joint pain, mobility issues, or recovering from surgery. The buoyancy of water reduces stress on joints and muscles, allowing pets to exercise without discomfort.

  • Underwater treadmill therapy strengthens muscles, improves gait, and increases endurance.
  • Hydrotherapy is ideal for pets recovering from ACL tears, hip dysplasia, arthritis, and spinal injuries.
  • Even cats can benefit! Many cats tolerate hydrotherapy well and show significant improvement in balance and coordination.

Experienced Emergency Veterinarians

Our team specializes in complex cases, including trauma, cardiac issues, and neurological disorders, delivering expert diagnostic care.

At-Home Exercise Plans & Videos

Rehabilitation doesn’t stop at the clinic! We provide pet owners with customized exercise plans and instructional videos to continue therapy at home, ensuring long-term progress. These plans focus on strength training, mobility exercises, and stretching techniques to keep your pet moving.

Cryotherapy (Cold Therapy)

Cold therapy is used immediately after an injury or surgery to reduce swelling, numb pain, and prevent tissue damage. It is particularly helpful in managing post-surgical pain and inflammation.

Custom Brace, Wheelchair & Cart Fittings

For pets with mobility challenges due to conditions like ACL tears, degenerative joint disease, or paralysis, we offer custom braces, wheelchairs, and carts. These mobility aids help pets maintain independence and improve their quality of life.

Heat Therapy

Applying warmth to muscles and joints increases circulation and relaxation, reducing stiffness and promoting healing. Heat therapy is commonly used for arthritis, muscle tightness, and chronic pain relief.

Laser Therapy for Pets

Laser therapy is a non-invasive treatment that stimulates cell regeneration and reduces inflammation. This therapy is effective in treating:

  • Post-surgical pain
  • Arthritis and joint inflammation
  • Soft tissue injuries
  • Chronic wounds and skin conditions

Sessions are quick, painless, and well-tolerated by pets.

Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation (E-Stim/TENS)

E-stim therapy is used to prevent muscle atrophy, improve circulation, and enhance joint mobility. This treatment is ideal for pets recovering from nerve injuries, post-operative weakness, or neurological disorders.

Phovia Fluorescent Light Therapy

A cutting-edge therapy that accelerates tissue repair and skin healing, particularly helpful for dermatological conditions, surgical wounds, and chronic inflammation.

Therapeutic Massage for Pets

Therapeutic massage enhances blood flow, relaxes tight muscles, and reduces anxiety in pets. This is especially useful for aging pets, arthritic dogs and cats, and pets recovering from injuries.

Each of these therapies plays an important role in restoring strength, mobility, and overall well-being in pets needing rehabilitation. Call (386) 252-0206 today to schedule a rehabilitation consultation at AEHV!

Common Conditions Treated with Rehabilitation

Rehabilitation therapy is essential for dogs and cats recovering from surgery, injuries, chronic conditions, or mobility issues. At Animal Emergency Hospital Volusia (AEHV), we develop customized treatment plans to help pets regain strength, flexibility, and comfort while reducing pain and preventing further complications.

Common Conditions Treated with Rehabilitation

Post-Surgical Recovery

Speeds up healing after orthopedic or spinal surgeries by preventing muscle loss, reducing pain, and restoring movement.

Arthritis & Joint Disease

Helps manage pain and stiffness in aging pets through laser therapy, hydrotherapy, and acupuncture.

Hip Dysplasia

Provides strength training, hydrotherapy, and braces to stabilize joints and improve mobility in pets with hip deformities.

Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD)

Assists pets with spinal injuries and paralysis through neuromuscular stimulation, hydrotherapy, and wheelchair support.

Tendon, Ligament, & Muscle Injuries

Supports recovery from ACL tears, sprains, and muscle strains with cold therapy, laser therapy, and therapeutic exercises.

Nerve Disorders & Paralysis

Enhances nerve function and muscle control in pets with neurological conditions like Fibrocartilaginous Embolism (FCE) and Wobbler Syndrome.

Obesity & Weight Management

Provides safe, low-impact exercise through hydrotherapy and strength training to reduce joint strain and improve overall health.

Spinal Stroke (FCE) & ANNPE

Aids recovery from sudden spinal cord injuries with hydrotherapy, electrical stimulation, and balance exercises to restore mobility.

Early intervention with rehabilitation therapy can significantly improve a pet’s long-term mobility, comfort, and well-being.

Meet Our Rehabilitation Specialist

At Animal Emergency Hospital Volusia (AEHV), our rehabilitation services are led by Dr. Alyssa Carver, DVM, CCRP, a Certified Canine Rehabilitation Practitioner (CCRP) through the University of Tennessee. With expertise in pain management, post-surgical recovery, neurological rehabilitation, and hydrotherapy, Dr. Carver develops personalized treatment plans to help pets restore mobility, reduce pain, and regain strength.

Rehabilitation Consultation Details:

Appointment Length: 30 minutes to 1 hour, based on the pet’s condition.

 Location: AEHV’s Ormond Beach facility.

 Follow-Up Care: Ongoing progress monitoring and treatment adjustments.

10% Discount for AEHV Surgery Patients

Pets who have surgery at AEHV receive a 10% discount on in-patient rehabilitation programs, helping them recover faster and prevent complications like muscle loss, joint stiffness, and re-injury.

Call (386) 252-0206 to schedule a rehabilitation consultation with Dr. Carver today! 

Meet Our Rehabilitation Specialist

Accelerate Healing After Injury or Surgery | Schedule a Rehabilitation Appointment for Your Pet

If your pet is recovering from surgery, experiencing mobility issues, or dealing with chronic pain, rehabilitation can help restore their strength and comfort. At Animal Emergency Hospital Volusia (AEHV), Dr. Alyssa Carver, DVM, CCRP provides personalized therapy plans using hydrotherapy, laser therapy, and acupuncture to improve recovery and prevent future injuries.

Pets who have had surgery at AEHV receive a 10% discount on in-patient rehabilitation. Call (386) 252-0206 today to schedule an appointment!

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Animal Emergency Hospital Volusia Frequently Ask Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions About Rehabilitation for Dogs and Cats

No, rehabilitation benefits pets of all ages. Puppies recovering from orthopedic surgery, young dogs with injuries, and senior pets with arthritis all gain mobility and comfort from therapy.

Our veterinarian will determine the best time, but in most cases, rehabilitation can start within days to weeks after surgery to prevent stiffness and muscle loss.

Not at all! Our therapies are designed to relieve pain, not cause it. Pets often enjoy treatments like hydrotherapy, massage, and laser therapy.

This depends on your pet’s condition. Some pets improve after just a few sessions, while others may need ongoing therapy for chronic conditions.

Rehabilitation can reduce the need for medications, but some pets may still require pain relief. Your veterinarian will create a custom treatment plan based on your pet’s needs.