Amanda Butler Veterinary Physiotherapist

09/02/2026

Enhancing hands on physio with targeted laser therapy 💙

🚨Red and near-infrared light therapy, also known as photobiomodulation, has been studied for its ability to support healing at the cellular level. Research in animal models shows that specific light wavelengths can help calm inflammatory signaling, improve collagen organization in injured tendons, support cartilage health in osteoarthritis, and stimulate growth factors involved in bone repair. These effects are linked to mitochondrial function, helping cells produce the energy needed for repair and regeneration. In several studies, early tissue-level changes were observed within the first 1–2 weeks of consistent use.

⏰ Today at 12pm EST, Dr. Ron Riegel and Jackie Jolie join us to discuss how red light therapy offers a gentle, non-invasive way to support comfort, mobility, and recovery in dogs and cats, especially for aging pets, arthritis, injuries, or post-surgical healing. Join us in the Inside Scoop for the conversation and a chance to win a red light therapy device valued at $295 USD. 🐾✨

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08/02/2026

Rehab, recovery, results. Paws to hooves 🐎🐾

08/02/2026

5 Signs Your Cat May Need Physio 🐾

Cats are masters at hiding discomfort — so changes are often subtle. These are 5 signs I see often 👇

🐱 Jumping less
Not getting onto favourite surfaces or hesitating before jumping.

🐱 Stiff or awkward movement
Especially after sleeping or first thing in the morning.

🐱 Changes in grooming
Over-grooming one area or avoiding grooming altogether.

🐱 Behaviour changes
More withdrawn, irritable, or less playful than usual.

🐱 Using the litter tray differently
Struggling to get in/out or accidents just outside the tray.

Physio isn’t just for dogs — it can really help cats stay comfortable, confident, and mobile 💛

Have you noticed any of these in your cat? Tell me below 👇

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05/02/2026

✨ A Busy & Exciting Chapter ✨

I’m really pleased to share that I’m now working alongside Rosy at the well-established Petffisio, supporting pets with veterinary physiotherapy and hydrotherapy 🐶🐱💦

Alongside this, I’m continuing to work independently, as well as with the fantastic team at Arberth Vets — so it’s safe to say I’m keeping very busy! 💪🐾

It’s wonderful to be able to help so many pets across different settings, from rehab and recovery to improving comfort, mobility, and quality of life.

📍Based at PetFfisio, Arberth Vets and south west wales
📩 Get in touch to book or to find out more

03/02/2026

We know we’ve been a bit MIA lately… 🙈

Turns out, January has been busier than ever, even though it’s “just the start of the year”! From rehab sessions to preventative physiotherapy, we’ve been flat out helping furry (and not-so-furry) patients move stronger and happier 🐶🐱🐴💪

Thank you for your patience — we’re back online now and can’t wait to share tips, updates, and some adorable progress stories soon!

PS: Your pets are always our top priority ❤️

18/01/2026

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16/01/2026

This is the look of a dog who absolutely loves his physio sessions 🐾💙

15/01/2026

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The United States are the only country where I've ever seen joint injections being sold to horse owners as "maintenance". When I ask horse owners if they go to an annual visit with their primary care physician and have all of their joints injected they typically say "of course not", but why do they think it needs to be done on their horses?

Joint injections with cortisone are a common method for pain relief in osteoarthritis, but they should be considered critically, as repeated or high-dose applications can cause cartilage and bone damage, tendon shortening or rupture, and an increased risk of infection, making the long-term consequences riskier; therefore, they are often used for a limited time and with caution.

Risks and critical thoughts:

Cartilage and bone damage: Repeated injections can promote cartilage breakdown and even accelerated joint degeneration, especially in joints that are under more pressure.

Tendon and ligament degeneration: Cortisone can weaken tendons and ligaments, increasing the risk of tears (never have I seen that many suspensory injuries anywhere else!).

Slowed healing: Inflammation is important for healing; cortisone interrupts this process and can delay healing.

Side effects at the injection site: Skin discoloration and infections are possible, but infections are rare.

Systemic effects: In metabolic horses blood sugar levels may rise; ACTH levels in cushings horses rise, increased appetite and weight gain are possible.

In humans steroid injections have found to be the cause of Rapid Destructive Hip Disease. Injections in horses are a huge money making factor, so there aren't pharmaceutical companies who are willing to invest money into studies that prove this "maintenance" causes more harm than good.

Regular bodywork that strengthens the musculoskeletal frame and breaks up compensation patterns is the only thing that should be called "maintenance".