Veterinary Professionals
Supporting your patients beyond the consulting room
Hurdles Veterinary Physiotherapy works alongside veterinary professionals to provide individualised physiotherapy and rehabilitation for dogs and horses. We aim to complement veterinary care through thorough assessment, evidence-informed treatment and appropriate rehabilitation, with clear communication throughout the process.
QUALIFIED | MNAVP | MIRVAP | FULLY INSURED | ONGOING CPD
Qualified, insured and committed to professional standards
QUALIFIED
Kirsten Jones
BSc (Hons) • PgDip VetPhys • L3 Cert CanHydro
Issy Dunning
BSc (Hons) VetPhys • L4 Cert CanHydro
MNAVP & IRVAP
Members of the National Association of Veterinary Physiotherapists and the Institute of Registered Veterinary & Animal Physiotherapists
FULLY INSURED
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
ONGOING CPD
We continually developing our knowledge and clinical skills to provide the best possible care for our patients
WORKING ALONGSIDE YOUR VETERINARY TEAM
A collaborative approach to rehabilitation
We work alongside veterinary professionals to support recovery, restore function and maintain mobility following diagnosis, injury or surgery.
Veterinary history and our own physiotherapy assessment are used to develop an individualised rehabilitation plan for each patient.
We maintain clear communication throughout rehabilitation, providing updates and reports and highlighting any concerns that require further veterinary input.
REFERRING A PATIENT
What to expect
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Veterinary information and consent
For remedial physiotherapy, treatment must be carried out under the direction of a veterinary surgeon who has examined the animal and prescribed physiotherapy, in accordance with the Veterinary Surgery (Exemptions) Order 2015.
We obtain the relevant clinical information before treatment begins, including diagnosis, history, imaging or surgical information, medication and any restrictions or recommendations. If an owner contacts us directly, we can liaise with their veterinary practice to obtain the relevant information and consent where appropriate.
02
Physiotherapy assessment
We assess the patient alongside their veterinary history, considering movement, musculoskeletal function and rehabilitation needs.
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Individualised rehabilitation
We develop a treatment and rehabilitation plan based on the assessment findings, veterinary recommendations and the patient’s needs.
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Communication and progress
We monitor progress throughout rehabilitation, providing updates or reports where appropriate and highlighting any concerns requiring further veterinary input.
WHAT WE CAN SUPPORT
Rehabilitation
Post-operative rehabilitation
Musculoskeletal injuries
Neurological rehabilitation
Recovery following periods of rest
Return to activity
Ongoing management
Osteoarthritis & long-term conditions
Mobility & movement
Strength & conditioning
Maintenance physiotherapy
Sport & performance
Agility & sporting dogs
Working dogs
Competition horses
Fitness & conditioning
INFORMATION for referrals
What information do we need?
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Clinical information
- Diagnosis / presenting complaint
- Relevant clinical history
- Relevant investigations & imaging
- Surgical / procedure details
- Relevant concurrent conditions
- Previous or ongoing treatment
Current management
- Current medication
- Restrictions or veterinary recommendations
- Referring practice contact details
- Any precautions or contraindications
The more relevant information we have, the better we can tailor the assessment and rehabilitation plan.
REPORTS AND COMMUNICATION
Keeping you informed
Clear communication is an important part of our approach. We provide assessment findings, treatment updates and rehabilitation reports to the referring veterinary practice where appropriate.
Discuss a case with us before referring
If you would like to discuss a patient or ask about whether physiotherapy may be appropriate, please get in touch.
REFER A PATIENT TO HURDLES
Refer a patient using our Veterinary Consent Form, or get in touch to discuss a case.