Nimble Paws Physiotherapy

Nimble Paws Physiotherapy Human-standard physiotherapy for pets! BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy, CCRP. Follow to learn more about your pet! 🙂

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Pet rehabilitation services including manual therapy, land-based exercises and dry needling.

14/06/2026

“He’s just being lazy.” 🐾
One of the most common comments we hear when a dog sits with a leg kicked out to the side.

And sometimes, that’s true.
Not every lazy sit is a problem.
Some dogs simply choose to sit this way when they’re resting or relaxing.

However, consistently avoiding a square sit
may sometimes reflect underlying factors such as:
• joint discomfort
• muscle weakness
• reduced mobility
• compensation strategies

What’s most important isn’t whether a dog occasionally lazy sits.
It’s whether they can sit squarely and comfortably when needed.

Can they get into a square sit?
Can they maintain it?
Can they do so without difficulty?
Those questions often tell us more than the posture itself.

Sometimes a posture is just a posture.
Sometimes it’s a clue. 🕵🏻‍♀️🫆

10/06/2026

Most people assume that if a dog isn’t limping, everything is fine. But movement is often more nuanced than that.

In this video, the same dog is shown walking and trotting.

At a walk, you may notice:
• Internal rotation of the right hind limb
• A pronounced trunk sway towards the right

Interestingly, these compensations become much less obvious during the trot. This is one reason why physiotherapists assess multiple gaits rather than relying on a single pass across the room.

Different gaits place different demands on the body and can reveal different movement strategies. The goal isn’t simply to identify a compensation. It’s to understand what the body is compensating for. Not all compensations appear at every gait.

Your dog’s gait often reveals more, if you know where to look!

We often think about muscles 💪🏼 , joints 🦴, and movement 🐕 when discussing about mobility.But sometimes it’s worth looki...
07/06/2026

We often think about muscles 💪🏼 , joints 🦴, and movement 🐕 when discussing about mobility.

But sometimes it’s worth looking at what’s in contact with the ground first: the paws 🐾

Long nails or excess paw fur don’t automatically cause movement problems,
butt they can influence traction, stability, and
how confidently some dogs move on different surfaces.

This is especially noticeable on smooth flooring where maintaining grip becomes more challenging.

As with many things in rehab,
it’s rarely one factor alone.
Small details may not be the entire reason for a movement change,
but they can contribute to the bigger picture.

Sometimes, the simplest place to start is right under their feet. 🦮🐾

Not just for athletes 👀Kinesiology tape can be used in canine rehabilitation too! From supporting recovery after injury ...
31/05/2026

Not just for athletes 👀

Kinesiology tape can be used in canine rehabilitation too! From supporting recovery after injury to improving body awareness and movement.

With the right technique, on the right patient, at the right stage of recovery, K-tape can be very beneficial rehabilitation tool!

Want to know more?
🗒️ 🔗 Click the link in our bio for our latest blogpost on taping!

Core muscles aren’t just about “abs” 🐾In dogs, the core is a group of muscles working togetheraround the trunk and spine...
24/05/2026

Core muscles aren’t just about “abs” 🐾

In dogs, the core is a group of muscles working together
around the trunk and spine to help
create a stable foundation for movement.

We often think about limb strength first,
but posture, balance, movement efficiency, and force transfer
all rely on support from the body’s centre too.

Changes in movement don’t always mean a “weak core”,
but subtle signs like
- increased sway,
- shifting weight forward,
- or difficulty maintaining positions
can sometimes give us useful clues.

Movement is rarely about one muscle.
It’s about how the whole body works together. 💪🏼🐕🦵🏼

17/05/2026

Meet Maru 🐾

Following an IVDD surgery,
Maru became increasingly sensitive around her tummy area,
which initially seemed unusual because the surgery itself wasn’t there.

This was a reminder that pain doesn’t always appear where we expect it to.

Following spinal injury and surgery,
nerves can remain irritated and sensitive during recovery.
In some dogs, this may present as dermatomal pain,
where discomfort is felt along areas supplied by affected nerves
rather than directly over the affected site.

For owners, these changes can feel worrying,
especially when they seem to appear unexpectedly during recovery.

Understanding expected pain patterns can help make the rehab journey feel a little less uncertain.

Sometimes, looking a little closer helps us better understand what the body is telling us 🐾

Down, sit, stand 🐾These simple postures can give us valuable insight into how a dog is using their body.We often look at...
10/05/2026

Down, sit, stand 🐾

These simple postures can give us valuable insight into how a dog is using their body.

We often look at:
• symmetry
• weight distribution
• stability and control
• overall comfort in the posture

Good posture isn’t about achieving a “perfect” position.
It’s about whether the body can maintain the posture comfortably and efficiently.

Sometimes, the smallest details tell us the most about movement.

CCL injuries don’t always happen from one big incident.They often develop gradually through everyday movement. 🐕You migh...
03/05/2026

CCL injuries don’t always happen from one big incident.
They often develop gradually through everyday movement. 🐕

You might notice small changes at first, like how your dog sits, walks, or gets up.
On their own, they can be easy to brush off,
but over time they can point to the joint not feeling as stable or comfortable.

Understanding these early signs can make a big difference.
It helps you support your dog better and make small adjustments that protect their joints in the long run.

If you’d like to read more, we’ve shared a full blog post about CCL, link in bio 💙🐾

25/04/2026

Is your dog at a healthy weight? 🐾

Body condition affects more than appearance — it influences how your dog moves, loads their joints, and recovers over time.

A simple place to start:
✔ Feel for their ribs
✔ Look for a visible waist
✔ Check for a gentle abdominal tuck

Small differences in BCS can mean big differences in long-term joint health.

Understanding where your dog is at helps guide what they may need next.

Is your dog at a healthy weight? 🐶Body condition isn’t just about how your dog looks! It influences how they carry and l...
22/04/2026

Is your dog at a healthy weight? 🐶

Body condition isn’t just about how your dog looks!
It influences how they carry and load their body over time.

Being under or over their ideal condition can affect
- strength,
- health,
- and the stress placed on their joints.

Simple checks, like feeling for their ribs, can give you a starting point 😊
But understanding where your dog sits on the scale helps guide what they may need next.

Small adjustments here can make a meaningful difference to their overall
- movement 🐕,
- long-term joint health 🦴 and most importantly,
- their quality of life 🐾!

Address

338 Changi Road, #01-05B
Singapore
419977

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Monday 10:00 - 14:00
Wednesday 15:00 - 19:00
Thursday 15:00 - 19:00
Friday 15:00 - 19:00
Saturday 10:00 - 17:00

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