HM Veterinary Physiotherapy

24/06/2026

Excited to meet everyone at tomorrow’s pop up clinic!

This is a reminder of our Pop-Up vet Physiotherapy assessments with HM Veterinary Physiotherapy here at Portland Vets Crawley tomorrow!

We have a limited number of spaces left so please do get in touch! You can contact us via Petsapp or call us on 01293 220140

Thursday 25th June
10am-3pm
This event is for dogs only at this time (our feline friends need longer to settle in)

12/06/2026

So excited to announce my first pop up clinic at the amazing new facilities of Portland Vets Crawley! 💚

Looking forward to meeting potential new clients and giving out management advice on how you can help your dog!

𝐋𝐢𝐦𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐧𝐮𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐯𝐞𝐭 𝐩𝐡𝐲𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐩𝐲 𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬, 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐜𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐧𝐨𝐧-𝐜𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐝𝐨𝐠𝐬!

🐾Is your dog slowing down a little bit?

🐾Do they have arthritis?

🐾Perhaps you have general mobility concerns?

We are excited to announce we will be hosting for a pop-up clinic, right here at Portland Vets Crawley💚

𝐇𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐞𝐲-𝐌𝐚𝐲 𝐒𝐚𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬, 𝐁𝐒𝐜(𝐇𝐨𝐧𝐬), 𝐏𝐆𝐃𝐢𝐩, 𝐌𝐍𝐀𝐕𝐏 is a qualified Veterinary Physiotherapist and Hydrotherapist, with over eight years of experience helping dogs improve their mobility, comfort, and quality of life.

She has a particular passion for supporting arthritic patients, with a strong focus on promoting early intervention to help maintain mobility, manage pain, and improve long-term wellbeing.

DATE: Thursday 25th of June only
TIME: 10am - 3pm (15-20minute slots)
This event is for dogs only this time (cats need more time to settle into an assessment)

We are booking on a first come first serve basis, for new physio clients only. You can send a message on petsapp or call our team on 📞01293 220140

11/06/2026

We are currently having issues with our landline and not receiving incoming calls or answerphone messages. If you have left a message over the last few days please try again on the mobile 07875263190.
Apologies for any inconvenience.

18/05/2026

✨HeaLED Therapy Wrap✨

Light therapy offers a gentle, drug-free way to support comfort, mobility and recovery between Physio sessions!

Using red and infrared light, the HeaLED wrap supports natural healing by stimulating cellular activity and circulation - helping reduce inflammation, ease discomfort, and aid recovery.

Why choose it?
✅ Drug-free and non-invasive
✅ Gentle and well-tolerated
✅ Quick 10-minute sessions
✅ Comfortable and easy to apply�✅ Can be used alongside Physiotherapy

When might it help?
✔️ Arthritis and age-related stiffness
✔️ Soft tissue injuries (strains and sprains)
✔️ Post-operative recovery
✔️ Tendon or ligament injuries
✔️ Wound healing
✔️ General aches and joint discomfort

A simple way to help your pet feel more like themselves again💛

11/05/2026

🦴Supporting your dog’s joint health🦴

Healthy joints keep your dog moving comfortably through every stage of life.

A little extra support can help to:
✅ Reduce pain and inflammation
✅ Reduce stiffness
✅ Improve comfort and mobility
✅ Support overall quality of life

Stride Advanced is a veterinary-exclusive supplement designed to support mobility and long-term joint health. Available in clinic for more information.

🔎 Struggle to get your dog to take tablets? Stride is a liquid so can be easily added in at dinner time!

Small steps now can make a big difference later✨

07/05/2026

Meet the lovely Misty, you may remember her from a previous post in 2021 following surgery for Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD).

🔍 What is IVDD?
A spinal condition where the discs (soft cushions between the bones of the spine) can degenerate or shift, pressing on nerves and leading to pain, weakness, and reduced mobility.

Her owners have been managing her diligently since surgery and Misty visits routinely as part of her ongoing maintenance care to support her comfort and keep her moving well long term as she approaches her senior years🐾💛

05/04/2026

Happy Easter 🐥 🐰
Wishing all our lovely clients a relaxing Easter weekend 💛

Remember not to give your dogs chocolate this weekend 🍫…. But do dress them up in novelty bunny ears for social media 😂

02/04/2026

Meet the lovely Dexter💙 .

We have been treating Dexter for a number of years after surgery to fix his cruciate ligament and manage his arthritis. Unfortunately, after injuring his other cruciate ligament in October, Dexter initially couldn’t bear weight on his affected hindlimb. Due to his age his owner opted for conservative management (no surgery) this time but this did led to compensatory tension through his back.

With consistent physiotherapy and a fantastic, dedicated owner, he’s made brilliant progress in strength, mobility, and overall comfort🐾

A big part of his recovery has come from the work done at home to reinforce what we do in the clinic. One key exercise has been slow lead walking, a simple but effective rehabilitation tool.

Because walking is a four-beat gait, slow lead walking helps to:

✅ Promote even weight bearing through each limb �✅ Encourage a slow, controlled gait
✅ Build stability around the knee joint�✅ Reduce compensatory movement patterns
✅ Improve range of motion in the knee joint

💡Top tip
Try adding 5-10 minutes of slow lead walking to your daily routine to build strength, improve mobility, and support joint health🦮

For Dexter, this has meant more even weight-bearing in his hindlimbs and a significant improvement in the tightness and spasms through his back.

🧠Did you know…
Slow lead walking isn’t just for rehabilitation. It also supports dogs with arthritis, hip dysplasia, and even healthy dogs by boosting strength, balance, and coordination.

It’s been amazing to see Dexter’s progress over the past few months and we are back on track!

27/03/2026

Golden Oldie Sasha comes in for physiotherapy following a cruciate ligament rupture, alongside arthritis. At 14 years old it was decided that surgery wasn’t the best option so Sasha started physiotherapy to help support her strength, mobility and joint comfort - especially important for senior dogs.
After an initial course of treatment she is now on a maintenance plan, her owners bring her in monthly for physiotherapy to help manage stiffness, maintain muscle strength, and keep her comfortable 🐾

23/03/2026

Meet Bella, the gorgeous Golden Retriever🐾

Bella is one of our longest standing patients who has been having physiotherapy to help manage spondylosis in her spine and support her recovery following a cruciate ligament surgery a few years ago.

🔍Spondylosis is a type of arthritis in the spine, where bony changes can lead to stiffness and discomfort
🔍A cruciate ligament tear (similar to an ACL injury in people) and can cause pain and instability in the knee, often requiring surgery to stabilise or support the joint

Her treatment includes laser therapy to reduce inflammation and stimulate healing in the tissue, massage to relax tight muscles and improve their function, and stretching to improve flexibility and reduce stiffness.

Here is Bella looking very happy during her physiotherapy session while receiving laser therapy.