Arthritis Pain relief: Give your dog a massage
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| Reggie Phillips and Merrick |
Massage provides many benefits for dogs suffering from arthritis:
Regular massage can help slow down the degeneration of joints.
Reduces muscular tension, which helps relieve some of the aches and pains associated with arthritis.
Stimulates circulation and helps drainage. Remove toxins. Provides some sweet quality time to bond with your best friend.
A few tips before you begin:
To really make a difference, you need to massage your dog at least two to three times a week. ( I recommend daily for atleast 5 minutes~HOPS)
Consistency is key!
Session should last 10 to 15 minutes- longer if your dog is a large breed.
Massage should be done in a peaceful, calm setting.
Do not overwork any one body part, as this can lead to further inflammation.
If your dog shows discomfort or cannot stay still, begin with shorter sessions and gradually increase duration over time.
Early morning and evening are the most beneficial times to massage an arthritic dog (after an active day or in the morning when they are stiff or uncomfortable).
Massage around (not directly on) the achy joint and on the surrounding muscle with long strokes or a gentle kneading motion. (Also include the entire spine to encourage blood circulation to all parts of the body~HOPS)
If your dog resists a particular spot on the body or certain massage techniques, move on to something that feels good.
Regular massage can help slow down the degeneration of joints.
Reduces muscular tension, which helps relieve some of the aches and pains associated with arthritis.
Stimulates circulation and helps drainage. Remove toxins. Provides some sweet quality time to bond with your best friend.
A few tips before you begin:
To really make a difference, you need to massage your dog at least two to three times a week. ( I recommend daily for atleast 5 minutes~HOPS)
Consistency is key!
Session should last 10 to 15 minutes- longer if your dog is a large breed.
Massage should be done in a peaceful, calm setting.
Do not overwork any one body part, as this can lead to further inflammation.
If your dog shows discomfort or cannot stay still, begin with shorter sessions and gradually increase duration over time.
Early morning and evening are the most beneficial times to massage an arthritic dog (after an active day or in the morning when they are stiff or uncomfortable).
Massage around (not directly on) the achy joint and on the surrounding muscle with long strokes or a gentle kneading motion. (Also include the entire spine to encourage blood circulation to all parts of the body~HOPS)
If your dog resists a particular spot on the body or certain massage techniques, move on to something that feels good.
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| Marklee VonEshen |
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