How can physiotherapy help my cat?

Physiotherapy for Cats? Does It Exist? Yes, of course it exists! Physiotherapy isn’t just reserved for dogs and horses, it can be very beneficial for cats too. Even though cats often manage to better hide and compensate for their pain and discomfort, they can suffer from the same conditions as dogs or horses. Feline physiotherapy can be very useful if your cat has been in an accident, suffers from a fracture, neurological disorders, or arthritis. But that’s not all…
Is your cat no longer moving like before? Does it no longer jump on furniture or window sills, play less or not at all, sleep more than usual, no longer groom itself properly, or no longer want to go outside?
All these small signs are not « normal » behaviors in cats, and there are solutions available to help them regain mobility and joy of living.

In which cases is physiotherapy suitable for my cat?

Discovery Session

Has your cat recently been injured? Just had surgery? Starting to show signs of aging? Is no longer moving as fluently as before? This session is the perfect to get started. This first session allows us to better understand your cat’s specific needs, discuss the best follow-up care suited to its situation, and begin implementing exercises and adjustments to help at home.

→ Price: 130 CHF

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Post Surgery Rehabilitation Plan

Has your cat been involved in an accident? Has your cat undergone surgery? Do you wish to be guided in is rehabilitation and help your cat recover as best as possible after surgery as well as regain mobility? This package is ideal for your cat. We work together in collaboration with your veterinarian to reduce your cat’s pain, help your cat rebuild muscle, and allow your cat to regain a comfortable quality of life.

Chat en séance de physiothérapie à Genève après une opération

→ Prices :
5 sessions : 600 CHF
10 sessions : 1 100 CHF

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Forfait Récupération Neurologique

Chat avec de l'arthose qui fait du renforcement musculaire à Genève

Does your cat suffer from neurological disorders? Does it lack stability? Does it struggle to stand on all four legs? Does it frequently tip over to the side? This package is made for you (or rather, your cat). After obtaining a diagnosis from your veterinarian and alongside prescribed treatments, physiotherapy can help your cat regain stability and become more comfortable in its movements again.

→ Prices :
5 sessions : 600 CHF
10 sessions : 1 100 CHF

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Package for inactive and/or senior cats

Your cat is not very active, is starting to age, suffers from arthritis, no longer climbs onto furniture or window sills with the same ease, no longer grooms itself, and has lost muscle mass? Thanks to physiotherapy, we can help your cat regain muscle strength and enable it to do the little daily things your cat loved or would love to do again.

Chat avec de l'arthose qui fait de la physiothérapie à Genève

→ Prices :
5 sessions : 600 CHF
10 sessions : 1 100 CHF

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Learn more about Feline Physiotherapy sessions – your frequently asked questions:

How can La Forme a 4 Pattes help your cat?

Each cat is different, and every situation is unique. During the first session, we will evaluate your cat’s needs to develop a rehabilitation protocol tailored to its pace and tolerance. Rehabilitation generally includes laser therapy to reduce pain and inflammation and stimulate cells to aid healing, manual therapies to relieve muscle and joint tension, and strengthening exercises to build muscle and improve balance. We will also discuss small adjustments you can make at home to help your cat’s daily life and encourage it to move more.
And between sessions, staying inactive is not an option. At the end of each session, two to three exercises will be given to you to do at home with your cat to continue the work of the sessions. These will take you about 10 to 15 minutes per day, 3 to 7 days a week, depending on your cat’s needs. And if you can’t manage, don’t panic, I always find fun ideas to motivate your cat to do its exercises between sessions.

How many sessions are needed to see lasting results for my cat?

Each animal is unique, as are its needs, so it’s difficult to set an exact number of sessions in advance. During our first meeting, we’ll take the time to discuss your dogs condition and your goals to define an approach that suits both of you.
What I can tell you is that real change takes time. Two or three sessions won’t be enough for lasting results – after all, it’s not magic (although I’d love to have a magic wand to help your animals faster!). It’s the same as with us humans, when we start exercising or doing physiotherapy, the changes aren’t visible after just 2-3 sessions. The same goes for our animals! Consistency and patience are the keys to progress!

How often should my dog have physiotherapy sessions?

he frequency of sessions depends on the specific needs of each dog. Generally, I like to start with one session per week. This allows me to ensure that your dog is progressing in the right direction, and that the exercises performed at home are well understood, making adjustments if necessary.
In more complex cases, two sessions per week may be considered initially.
As progress is made, the sessions will gradually become less frequent: every two weeks, then once a month, depending on your dog’s progress and comfort.
The goal is to adapt the follow-up based on your dog’s progress to provide personalized and sustainable care.

Where do the sessions take place?

The sessions take place at the Moillebeau Veterinary Clinic, located at 42 Moillebeau Street in Geneva (Switzerland). The clinic is located 25 minutes from Nyon.

Do I need to buy equipment to do the exercises?

In most cases, purchasing equipment is not necessary. I always prefer using everyday objects that you likely already have at home, such as large books, cushions, or broom handles.
There are rare situations where I may recommend a specific piece of equipment, but it’s never mandatory. Some pet owners choose to invest in equipment, but I always adapt to the resources available at home to ensure effective sessions without unnecessary expenses.

I don’t know if what you’re offering is suitable for my cat?

No problem! Don’t hesitate to contact me so we can look together at whether the sessions are suitable for your cat.