Clinical Canine Massage

Clinical canine massage is a non-invasive therapy used to help manage orthopaedic conditions, rehabilitate soft tissue injuries, speed up post-operative recovery, and relieve sore, tight muscles in dogs. It involves a blend of techniques, including Swedish, deep tissue, and sports massage, myofascial release, as well as the unique Lenton Method®.

Movement occurs when muscles contract and pull on bones. Soft tissue injuries (such as strains) or joint conditions (including arthritis, hip dysplasia, or elbow dysplasia) can directly affect the associated muscles, as well as surrounding muscle groups. This often leads to changes in posture, gait, and overall performance. Muscles may become sore and tight, painful trigger points (commonly referred to as “knots”) can develop, and areas of overcompensation may arise. If left untreated, these issues can cause ongoing pain and significantly impact a dog’s quality of life.

Clinical canine massage can help maintain and improve mobility, comfort, and activity levels in dogs of all ages. It may also help prevent injuries and can support dogs experiencing anxiety, nervous behaviours, or depression.

Clinical massage is suitable for dogs of all ages and typically produces noticeable results within one to three treatments. Recent clinical trials conducted by Winchester University into the efficacy of canine massage therapy—specifically The Lenton Method®—found that, in a study of 527 dogs, 95% showed a positive response to treatment. The full report can be read here. Read the full report here.