Arthritis

There are over 100 different types of arthritis. Arthritis is a non-inflammatory degenerative joint disease- which seems contradictory as inflammation does play a part in arthritis and reducing it is part of the treatment. It affects at least 1 in 5 dogs. Commonly thought to be a disease of older dogs, but it’s also found in young dogs. Early onset arthritis can be attributed early neutering – research is on-going. Symptoms – pain, stiffness, lameness, weakness, muscle atrophy, clicky joints, behaviour changes, lethargy, sleep disturbances, restlessness. Massage can help with mobility, flexibility, joint range of motion, blood circulation, pain relief and relaxation.