Osteopathy consultation for your cat:

Why should I make an appointment for an osteopathy consultation for my cat?

• Seeing an osteopath for your cat can provide comfort and relief from musculoskeletal tension. Cats can develop muscle, joint or ligament tension, often linked to physical activities, falls or simply aging. Osteopathy can help improve mobility. This is particularly important in older cats or those suffering from mobility problems linked to conditions such as arthritis.
• Post-operative support: After surgery or trauma, osteopathy can be a beneficial addition to the healing process. It can help restore normal musculoskeletal function and speed up recovery. For cats, there will also be chronic stress or kidney failure, your osteopath can provide comfort to your pet depending on their different disorders.

Think about it: seeing an osteopath for your cat can improve the animal's quality of life by relieving tension, improving mobility and contributing to a preventative approach to overall health.

Here is a complete list of reasons and pathologies for which a cat can consult an animal osteopath:

Locomotor and joint problems

• Unexplained lameness (without visible lesion)
• Joint stiffness, difficulty jumping or climbing
• Osteoarthritis and age-related pain
• Aftermath of fractures, sprains or dislocations (after consolidation and veterinary monitoring)
• Back, neck or lower back pain
• Hip dysplasia (in addition to veterinary monitoring)

Neurological and post-traumatic disorders

• Herniated disc (after veterinary diagnosis)
• Sudden paralysis or paresis
• Proprioception disorders (loss of balance, clumsiness)
• Recovery after an accident (fall, collision with a car)
• Post-operative sequelae

Musculoskeletal disorders and compensations

• Muscle tension, contractures
• Postural imbalances (spinal deformities, scoliosis)
• Compensation following injury or surgery
• Imbalances related to amputation

Digestive and visceral disorders

• Chronic constipation, difficult digestion
• Gastroesophageal reflux disease
• Intestinal spasms and abdominal pain
• After-effects after digestive surgery

Respiratory and ENT disorders

• Sequelae of chronic respiratory diseases
• Unusual snoring, mild breathing difficulties
• Chronic ear infections, balance disorders
• Recurrent sinusitis

Behavioral disorders and stress

• Hyperactivity, anxiety, aggression
• Excessive licking, self-harm, OCD
• Excessive fear, withdrawal, unusual behavior
• Chronic stress (moving, arrival of a new animal, change of environment)

Kitten and growing cat

• Rapid growth and postural disorders
• Prevention of musculoskeletal imbalances
• Aftermath of a difficult birth

Senior and Aging Cats

• Loss of mobility and age-related pain
• Morning stiffness, difficulty grooming.
• Prevention and support at the end of life

Cats who have suffered trauma

• Falls (from a great height, from a tree, from a balcony)
• Collision with a car, another animal or an obstacle
• After-effects of abuse or abandonment

Osteopathy can be an excellent complementary approach to improve the cat's well-being, relieve pain and promote better mobility in daily life.

Feline Osteopathy – Animal Health.