Therapeutic massage and specialized stretching techniques are clinically proven to reduce blood pressure, respiratory rate, anxiety, depression, as well as improve the immune system by increasing white blood cells and natural killer cell activity, which are cells thought to defend the body from viral and cancer cells. These methods can also improve your dog’s physiological and psychological health by:
- Aiding in pain management for common conditions in older dogs such as muscle degeneration and arthritis
- Improving circulation by pushing oxygen and nutrients in the blood to vital organs and flushing out toxins
- Releasing endorphins—amino acids that work as a natural pain killer
- Stimulating the lymphatic system, which carries away the body’s waste products aiding in weight loss
- Helping prevent injury by improving flexibility
- Promoting relaxation and sense of well-being
- Calming tense muscles
- Building trust
- Enhances muscle tone and increases range of motion
- Improving the condition of the skin
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