C S Animal Hydro & Physio

C S Animal Hydro & Physio Ceri Simpson BSc Hons. PG Dip. Vet Phys. Physio for dogs, horses, companion and farm animals. IAAT. We do not however do direct claims.

We are the only centre in South, Mid and West Wales owned and operated by a fully qualified IAAT registered Veterinary Physiotherapist. Conveniently situated between Neath and Swansea, we provide physiotherapy services for horses, cats, dogs and other animals. CSAnimal Hydro & Physiotherapy is located at Banwen Farm, Neath, alongside CSEquestrian & Rehabilitation. Equine: Physiotherapy for horses is available either via home/yard visits or on site at CS Equestrian & Rehab. We offer Equine Physiotherapy / Electrotherapy / Class 4 Laser Therapy / Therapeutic Massage / Gait analysis for visiting horses as well as full residential rehabilitation livery. Small animals: We offer combined physiotherapy, electro therapies, therapeutic massage, hydrotherapy, gait analysis* and class 4 laser. Our Physio will carry out a detailed assessment/ examination / gait analysis and discuss the treatment plan with you. You will be given a tailored home exercise plan after the initial consultation. If you are intending to claim costs back via insurance we will complete the forms for you at no extra charge. You can claim under veterinary fees as we are a registered practice with the RCVS. Below are links to our hard copy referral form and online referral. Your vet can use whichever is preferable. We are currently operating under Covid-19 restrictions. Details of our procedures can be found on our website and as a pinned post on our page.

*If there is undiagnosed lameness we can offer specialised gait analysis (for which no veterinary referral is required initially). Our gait analysis system (first in the UK) provides accurate, non-invasive diagnostic support to pinpoint sources of lameness not identifiable from X rays or MRI. IMU (Inertia Measurement Unit) trackers measure and record digitally, 27 different gait parameters in real time. Analysis of this data enables precise and accurate physiotherapeutic manipulation to target the source of the lameness, providing you and your vet with detailed reports on symmetry, stance and swing phases. Changes over time and after specific physio interventions are clearly measurable, providing the evidence needed to show which treatments are most effective. We have close working links with general and equine veterinary practices in the area and work from veterinary referral.https://www.csanimalhydroandphysio.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Client-Registration-Veterinary-Referral-Form-May-2020-v5.pdf

https://www.csanimalhydroandphysio.co.uk/veterinary-referrals/

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22/09/2025

We have a late cancellation slot available tomorrow 22nd (follow up)
Anyone waiting for an earlier apt, please drop us a message.

Kali, a 2 year old Leonberger was referred to us at age 19 months with intermittent left forelimb lameness (noticeable i...
15/09/2025

Kali, a 2 year old Leonberger was referred to us at age 19 months with intermittent left forelimb lameness (noticeable in the showring but not obvious when at home). Initial assessment indicated compensatory diagonal loading with no obvious pain.
Physiotherapy (combined with pool based hydrotherapy) has focussed on increasing muscle mass in the proximal left forelimb, improving range of motion through the right hip, encouraging work on the sagittal plane and improving posture and stance to reduce the risk of carpal rotation.
Although there has been some improvement, the intermittent lame steps have persisted. Working with Kalis’ vet it was decided a digital gait analysis may help pinpoint specific areas for imaging to aid diagnosis.

These are the graphs obtained today from using our LupoGait system. LupoGait captures movement data using a specially developed sensor vest into which six wireless IMU sensors are integrated. These are positioned at strategic points on the dog’s back and limbs to enable a detailed analysis of 34 biomechanical parameters. As the dog moves over a defined distance of 20 meters, the system transmits the data in real time to the LupoGait software, which makes subtle gait deviations visible. In this way, LupoGait enables an objective, precise assessment of orthopaedic and neurological gait changes.

The paler blue on the graphs is the trot gait at and the darker blue is walk.

In simple terms, the gyroscope readings are showing the lameness more than the extension, flexion and range of motion readings. The readings are indicating right shoulder loading in swing and stance phases in both walk and trot but more so in trot.

Stance phase is showing a longer time spent on the RF than the LF
Swing phase is showing LF lameness

The indications are that there is an issue in the left elbow with a secondary compensatory issue in the left shoulder reducing flexion before discomfort is shown. There is also LH rotation as all the weight is shifting to the right side of Kali’s body through both the RH and RF

The report has now gone back to Kali’s vet who will advise on imaging.

We will let you know how Kali gets on.





💥NEWSFLASH💥We are very excited to be able to tell you that our Bridgend clinic now has the addition of Angela Halls of A...
11/09/2025

💥NEWSFLASH💥
We are very excited to be able to tell you that our Bridgend clinic now has the addition of Angela Halls of Aquadogs providing hydrotherapy services to our CS Animal Bridgend clients. Angela has always been a massive dog lover and in 2007 took a career change from being a Quality Control Scientist with a Chemistry degree to become a Small Animal Hydrotherapist.
She has been running her own canine hydrotherapy centre for 18 years and says “ It has been amazing. The dog’s lives we have turned around in that time is truly heart warming. I am one of the few people who can actually say 'I have the best job ever’. I very much look forward to being part of the rehabilitation journey for CS Animal dogs.”
A very warm welcome to the CS Animal team Angela 🤝🐾🐶🥰



Introducing Monty Milton who first came to us in 2023 as a work placement student (first pic). Monty is now in his 3rd y...
27/08/2025

Introducing Monty Milton who first came to us in 2023 as a work placement student (first pic). Monty is now in his 3rd year of University at Harper Adams studying Veterinary Physiotherapy and is on a long term placement with us for 44 weeks. He will have one year left after this before graduation.
In the second photo Monty is pictured with Tetley, his 4 month old Bernese mountain dog, who hasn’t stopped smiling since he’s had him and loves playing with her 4 month old golden retriever sister.
Monty has played rugby since secondary school and now plays for the 1st team in uni. His future path involves starting his own business after (in his words) ‘learning from CS animal where I’m thrilled to be back for a whole year this time’.
We’re thrilled to have you here with us too Monty - you are a real asset and will make a brilliant Vet Physio 🥰

5 year old Honey hade her initial assessment, physio and hydrotherapy with us today following bilateral cruciate surgery...
27/08/2025

5 year old Honey hade her initial assessment, physio and hydrotherapy with us today following bilateral cruciate surgery (the first in October ‘24 and second in June of this year). Looks like her people are going to have one tired Honey this evening! 😍😴



22/08/2025

You may recall a post about 10 month old Ture on his last visit with us back in June before returning home to Sweden. Ture fractured his pelvis after chasing a bird off an 8 metre viaduct - he began his rehab in Sweden but when his owners had to come to the UK for work we took over temporarily, liaising closely with his vets at home. Today we received this video and a message from Ture’s owners to tell us that he recently completed his first day of "hunting" and is happier than ever. Amazing to see him doing so well! 🥰

Bertie and Belle rocking their new Hack & Hound Pathfinder drying coats after their hydro sessions today 🧡💜
18/08/2025

Bertie and Belle rocking their new Hack & Hound Pathfinder drying coats after their hydro sessions today 🧡💜



UPDATED STOCK - ONLY 1 COAT LEFT!Limited stock of heavily discounted Hack and Hound Pathfinder drying coats available! E...
13/08/2025

UPDATED STOCK - ONLY 1 COAT LEFT!

Limited stock of heavily discounted Hack and Hound Pathfinder drying coats available! End of line stock so once they are gone they are gone!
Just the one left now....
1 x small in green £25.00

Just a heads up, Seph wears a large, she's 28Kg (size guiding!)

Please drop us a message to reserve one or pick them up at the clinic during your appointment!

Something new and potentially very useful for our clients! We hope to be able to use this with clients during consultati...
12/08/2025

Something new and potentially very useful for our clients!
We hope to be able to use this with clients during consultations!

An innovative app to improve the early detection of pain in dogs just launched!

DogMA (Dog Mobility App) is a free, easy-to-use tool to help dog owners track their dog’s mobility and spot changes over time.

The app was developed by IT Services at the University of Liverpool based on research funded by Dogs Trust. The app helps owners check their dogs' mobility by completing the scientifically validated GenPup-M canine mobility questionnaire.

"DogMA will support earlier recognition of mobility problems, including subtle or gradual changes that may otherwise go unnoticed. By improving early detection, we hope to support better outcomes for dogs through timely veterinary input, rehabilitation, and lifestyle adjustments.”

Join the pack. Download the app:

iOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/dogma/id6740705007

Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ac.uk.liverpool.dogma

10 month old Ture on his last visit with us today before returning home to Sweden. Ture fractured his pelvis after chasi...
21/07/2025

10 month old Ture on his last visit with us today before returning home to Sweden. Ture fractured his pelvis after chasing a bird off an 8 metre viaduct - he began his rehab in Sweden but when his owners had to come to the UK for work we took over temporarily, liaising closely with his vets at home. Thankfully he is doing well with his recovery and we wish him and his owners all the very best for his future.




21/07/2025

Little Penny in her new wheels. Although Penny’s mobility has improved enormously the wheels will enable her to go for much longer walks without becoming fatigued. She has taken to them really well!





Dana, a 5 year old leonberger with degenerative elbow issues came for her initial assessment, physio, class IV laser an...
08/07/2025

Dana, a 5 year old leonberger with degenerative elbow issues came for her initial assessment, physio, class IV laser and hydrotherapy yesterday.




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Banwen Farm, Bryncoch
Neath
SA108AA

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 7:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 7:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 7:30pm
Thursday 8am - 7:30pm
Friday 8am - 7:30pm
Saturday 10am - 3pm

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+441639643188

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