{"id":2347,"date":"2021-10-20T12:24:21","date_gmt":"2021-10-20T10:24:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.vetzentrum-koeln.de\/veterinary-physiotherapy\/"},"modified":"2026-04-20T14:23:01","modified_gmt":"2026-04-20T12:23:01","slug":"veterinary-physiotherapy","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.vetzentrum-koeln.de\/en\/veterinary-physiotherapy\/","title":{"rendered":"Veterinary Physiotherapy"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1636450784221{margin-top: -100px !important;padding-top: 20px !important;padding-right: 40px !important;padding-left: 40px !important;background-color: rgba(255,255,255,0.93) !important;*background-color: rgb(255,255,255) !important;}&#8221;][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text css_animation=&#8221;fadeIn&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Veterinary physiotherapy and <b>shockwave therapy<\/b> at the<br \/>\nVet Zentrum K\u00f6ln.<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Movement, quality of life &amp; healing for your pet<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><b>Healthy movement for dogs and cats<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Whether after surgery, with chronic pain or age-related complaints: physiotherapy provides targeted support for healing and improves your pet\u2019s well-being. At Vet Zentrum K\u00f6ln, we offer individual treatment plans, modern methods and compassionate care, tailored to the needs of your dog or cat.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><b>Contact &amp; appointments<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\nVeterinary physiotherapy Vet Zentrum K\u00f6ln<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><a href=\"tel:022116994151\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">0221 \u2013 16 99 41 51<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Please leave a message if we are in a treatment session.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b>When is veterinary physiotherapy beneficial?<\/b><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After orthopaedic or neurological surgery<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For slipped discs, osteoarthritis or joint problems<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For pain relief in chronic conditions<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For tension, muscle loss or restricted mobility<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For general mobilisation in senior pets or animals with disabilities<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b>Our therapy options at a glance<\/b><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Manual therapy &amp; massage<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Releasing tension, relieving pain and promoting circulation.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Active &amp; passive movement exercises<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Improve joint mobility, strengthen muscles and retrain movement patterns.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Underwater treadmill therapy<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gentle muscle training with reduced body weight: ideal after surgery or for osteoarthritis.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Coordination and muscle training<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Building stability and targeted muscle strengthening for greater everyday mobility.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Shockwave therapy<\/b><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A modern treatment method to promote healing for tendon and muscle problems as well as chronic pain.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Individual at-home training plan<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Specific exercises to support therapy in everyday life, tailored personally to your pet.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>Treatment process<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Before therapy begins, a veterinary examination is always carried out. We then create an individual therapy plan based on an initial physiotherapy assessment. This is continuously adjusted to reflect progress.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Please note:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do not feed your pet immediately before the appointment<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Allow your pet the opportunity to relieve itself beforehand<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Please bring a lead, collar\/harness and, if applicable, a towel (for the underwater treadmill). Towel rental \u20ac2<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2><b>FAQ \u2013 Frequently asked questions about veterinary physiotherapy<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_toggle title=&#8221;How soon should physiotherapy be started?&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221;]<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ideally, immediately after surgery or diagnosis, to support healing and mobility early on.<\/span>[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=&#8221;How long does a session take?&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221;]<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The initial examination takes 60\u201390 minutes, and follow-up treatment 30 to 45 minutes, depending on the type of therapy.<\/span>[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=&#8221;Is the treatment painful?&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221;]<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Usually not, but releasing tension or blockages can be temporarily uncomfortable. We always treat your pet with sensitivity and tailor the approach individually. <\/span>[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=&#8221;Can I contribute anything at home?&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221;]<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes. We will create a training plan with suitable exercises for you to do at home. <\/span>[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=&#8221;How much does veterinary physiotherapy cost?&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221;]<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Costs depend on the effort involved and the type of therapy. We will be happy to advise you transparently. <\/span>[\/vc_toggle][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2><b>Your benefits at Vet Zentrum K\u00f6ln<\/b><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Modern equipment (e.g. underwater treadmill, shockwave therapy)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Individual therapy plans &amp; close collaboration with our veterinarians<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Experienced team specialising in orthopaedic &amp; neurological rehabilitation<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Low-stress treatment in a calm atmosphere<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"155\" data-end=\"291\"><strong data-start=\"155\" data-end=\"197\">Your path to veterinary physiotherapy in Cologne<\/strong><br data-start=\"197\" data-end=\"200\"><strong data-start=\"200\" data-end=\"291\">Vet Zentrum K\u00f6ln \u2013 Holistic physiotherapy for dogs and cats in Cologne-Braunsfeld<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"293\" data-end=\"379\">\ud83d\udcde <a href=\"tel:022116995151\">0221 \u2013 16994151<\/a><br data-start=\"309\" data-end=\"312\">\ud83d\udce7 <a class=\"cursor-pointer\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"315\" data-end=\"339\">info@vetzentrum-koeln.de<\/a><br data-start=\"339\" data-end=\"342\">\ud83d\udccd Scheidtweilerstra\u00dfe 17, 50933 Cologne<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_goo_maps location=&#8221;Scheidtweilerstra\u00dfe 17, 50933 K\u00f6ln&#8221; zoom=&#8221;15&#8243; css=&#8221;&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_gallery interval=&#8221;3&#8243; images=&#8221;2355,2352,2356,2351,2358,2353,2349,2354,2350,2357,2359&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1636449736258{padding-top: 40px !important;padding-bottom: 40px !important;background-color: #b5b5b5 !important;}&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;white&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Do you have questions about our services?<br \/>\nSend us an <a href=\"mailto:info@vetzentrum-koeln.de\">email<\/a> or call us<\/strong><\/h2>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"tel:0221545764\">0221 &#8211; 545764<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1636450784221{margin-top: -100px !important;padding-top: 20px !important;padding-right: 40px !important;padding-left: 40px !important;background-color: rgba(255,255,255,0.93) !important;*background-color: rgb(255,255,255) !important;}&#8221;][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text css_animation=&#8221;fadeIn&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221;] Veterinary physiotherapy and shockwave therapy at the Vet Zentrum<span class=\"excerpt-hellip\"> [\u2026]<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-2347","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.4 - 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