How does massage help senior dogs...
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Therapeutic massage helps older dogs; particularly those suffering from arthritis, stiffness, skin conditions, impaired heart, liver or kidney function. As circulation is stimulated, toxins are removed from tissues and nutrients are supplied. Many older dogs suffer from degenerative and chronic disorders that benefit from the stimulating and toning affects of massage.
Here are some additional ways that massage can benefit your older dog:
- It enhances muscle tone, range of motion and flexibility.
- It reduces the build-up of muscle adhesions (caused by trauma and wear) that produce stiffness and soreness.
- It speeds healing from injury or surgery.
- It relieves pain and discomfort.
- It enhances respiratory function.
- It decreases atrophy of muscle tissue.
- It keeps joints lubricated and flexible.
- It enhances mental and emotional well-being.