Animal physiotherapy

Animal Physiotherapy – CENTREDMVET

CENTREDMVET Montréal ‘s Animal Physiotherapy Department is a reference for advanced treatments in regenerative medicine, physiotherapy and veterinary rehabilitation. Led by experts Dr. Jérôme Planté and Dr. Matthieu Gatineau, this service offers personalized solutions for animals suffering from chronic, orthopedic, muscular, neurological or aging-related pathologies.

Why choose animal physiotherapy?

Physiotherapy and veterinary rehabilitation allow :

• Rapid recovery from surgery or injury.
• Effective relief from chronic pain, such as osteoarthritis.
• Improved mobility and quality of life for geriatric animals.

With over 35 years of combined experience, our specialized veterinarians offer innovative treatment plans tailored to each animal’s specific needs.

Physiotherapy and rehabilitation services

Specialist consultations

• In-depth evaluation by a veterinarian specializing in physiotherapy and sports medicine.
• Accurate diagnosis to understand the cause of symptoms and establish a treatment plan.

Available therapeutic modalities

• Stem cell injections: Collected, processed in the laboratory and injected on site in just one day.
• Injections of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) and hyaluronic acid to stimulate tissue regeneration.
• Aquatic treadmill: Gentle rehabilitation to strengthen muscles and improve mobility.
• Laser therapy: Pain reduction and stimulation of healing.
• TENS (transcutaneous electrical stimulation) and NMES (neuromuscular stimulation) to improve muscle function.
• Therapeutic ultrasound: Non-invasive treatment to reduce inflammation.
• Customized exercises and massages to strengthen muscles and reduce tension.

Customized treatment plans

Each animal benefits from a tailor-made program, including rehabilitation, weight management and fitness sessions, under the supervision of a dedicated team.

Treated conditions

Pathologies covered include :

• Chronic osteoarthritis.
• Hip and elbow dysplasia.
• Herniated discs.
• Postoperative orthopedic and neurological rehabilitation.
• Muscular, tendon and ligament pathologies.
• Neurological disorders: paralysis, limb weakness.
• Geriatric problems and congenital malformations.

Why choose CENTREDMVET for animal physiotherapy?

1. Specialized team: Drs Jérôme Planté and Matthieu Gatineau are ACVSMR-certified veterinarians with advanced expertise in rehabilitation and sports medicine.
2. State-of-the-art technology: Use of modern equipment, such as the water treadmill and therapeutic laser.
3. Multidisciplinary approach: Collaboration with imaging, neurology, orthopedics, surgery and acupuncture departments.
4. Flexibility: Consultations available 5 days a week to meet your needs.