Animal physiotherapists provide a therapeutic treatment following veterinary diagnosis or referral. They concentrate on the application of physical therapy and exercise procedures to support animal rehabilitation after a surgery or an injury, aiming to return the animals to normal function and/or maintain performance inaccordance with national legislation.
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Build foundations for Healthcare & Life Sciences and practice these source-listed skills: handle veterinary emergencies, apply safe work practices in a veterinary setting, assess the animal’s rehabilitation requirements, advise on animal welfare, manage animal welfare, signs of animal illness. Complete an introductory course, vocational module, or supervised project and keep evidence of the result.
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