FAQ
Yes, under the Veterinary Surgeons Act 1966 and The Veterinary Surgeons (Exemptions) Order 2015, veterinary consent must be obtained prior to physiotherapy for animals with previous or current pathologies, including post-operative rehabilitation and post-injury. This allows us to obtain full medical history of the condition and provide the most effective treatment for your animal.
Cases for maintenance or performance purposes do not require veterinary consent prior to treatment. However, if there are any concerns raised during physiotherapy sessions, such as lameness, your animal will be referred back to your Veterinarian for investigation.
Please find the Veterinary Consent Form HERE.
It may seem like the treatment cost is just for the time of your session, but there's much more included:
- Veterinary liason
- Assessment reports for you and your vet, if required
- Travel to and from the session
- Assessment (postural and conformational assessment, comprehensive gait analysis, joint range of motion assessment, soft tissue palpation)
- Treatment (manual techniques, stretching, electrotherapies)
- Remedial exericise demonstration and prescription
- Aftercare contact, if required
- The peace of mind of hiring a qualified, insured and registered professional, regularly undertaking CPD to stay up to date with veterinary knowledge.
The Register of Animal Musculoskeletal Practitioners is an industry regulatory body which holds a register of professionals upholding gold standards of musculoskeletal care. RAMP registrants are fully qualified, insured and adhere to high standards of proficiency and professional conduct. Registration with RAMP also ensures that your practitioner is competent and knowledgable, undertaking a minimum of 25 hours of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) each year.
Cancellations should be made with at least 48 hours notice for any appointment. Cancellations made with less than 48 hours and more than 24 hours notice incur a 50% appointment charge. Cancellations made with less than 24 hours notice incur a 100% appointment charge.
Horses: Please ensure your horse is clean, dry and is brought in from the field in time for your appointment. It is important to have not worked your horse at least an hour before the appointment as this can impact my palpation. Please also take note of your horse's last farrier, saddle fitter and dentist appointments as these dates can be useful in forming a comprehensive assessment of your animal.
Dogs: Please ensure your dog is clean and dry, including any mud or excrement. Please also have an appropriate collar/harness and lead available for the appointment.
Please contact Hayley directly via email or phone to book an appointment. Contact details can be found on the 'Book Now' page. We aim to fit you in at the earliest opportunity following Veterinary Referral. There is also the option to block book sessions in advance.
Veterinary Physiotherapy services are provided to areas within Suffolk and South Buckinghamshire/Hertfordshire. Locations covered are listed under the 'Contact' page. If you are unsure whether we cover your area, please get in touch.
For both equine and canine sessions, I require a handler to be present throughout, which allows me to carry out a full and effective assessment and treatment.