Helping Your Animal Move Better, Feel Better
Helping Your Animal Move Better, Feel Better
Helping Your Animal Move Better, Feel Better
Specialized veterinary physiotherapy for horses, dogs, and cats. Professional rehabilitation services tailored to your animal's needs.
Specialized veterinary physiotherapy for horses, dogs, and cats. Professional rehabilitation services tailored to your animal's needs.
About Second Stride
About Second Stride
Second Stride is dedicated to improving the quality of life for animals through specialized physiotherapy. Our approach combines modern techniques with compassionate care to help your pets recover, perform, and thrive.
Second Stride is dedicated to improving the quality of life for animals through specialized physiotherapy. Our approach combines modern techniques with compassionate care to help your pets recover, perform, and thrive.
Evidence-Based Treatment
Our treatments are based on the latest research in veterinary physiotherapy and rehabilitation.
Personalized Care
Every animal receives a tailored treatment plan designed for their specific needs and conditions.
Professional Expertise
Our team is passionate and dedicated to providing quality care, using the latest techniques to support animal recovery.
Benefits of Veterinary Physiotherapy
Improved mobility and function
Pain management and relief
Enhanced recovery from injuries
Better performance for athletic animals
Prevention of future injuries
Benefits of Veterinary Physiotherapy
Improved mobility and function
Pain management and relief
Enhanced recovery from injuries
Better performance for athletic animals
Prevention of future injuries
Our Services
Comprehensive physiotherapy services for both equine and small animals
Our Services
Comprehensive physiotherapy services for both equine and small animals
Equine Physiotherapy
Specialized care for horses
Injury rehabilitation
Performance enhancement
Maintenance therapy
Pre and post-competition care
Gait analysis
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Small Animal Physiotherapy
Care for dogs and cats
Post-surgical rehabilitation
Pain management
Mobility programs
Conditioning programs
Geriatric care
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Specialized Programs
Tailored treatment plans
Sport-specific training
Weight management
Arthritis management
Recovery programs
Preventive care
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Meet Léa
Founder of SecondStride Veterinary Physiotherapy, Léa has been passionate about animals from a young age, leading her to earn a BSc in Veterinary Physiotherapy from Equine-Librium College in 2024. She is dedicated to creating personalized treatment plans tailored to each patient’s needs, while also working closely with pet owners to ensure the best possible outcomes. Through collaboration and education, Léa strives to enhance the well-being and quality of life of every animal she treats.
Qualifications
BSc in Veterinery Physiotherapy (ELC)
SAVC Registered Practioneer
Founder of SecondStride Veterinary Physiotherapy, Léa has been passionate about animals from a young age, leading her to earn a BSc in Veterinary Physiotherapy from Equine-Librium College in 2024. She is dedicated to creating personalized treatment plans tailored to each patient’s needs, while also working closely with pet owners to ensure the best possible outcomes. Through collaboration and education, Léa strives to enhance the well-being and quality of life of every animal she treats.
Qualifications
BSc in Veterinery Physiotherapy (ELC)
SAVC Registered Practioneer
Founder of SecondStride Veterinary Physiotherapy, Léa has been passionate about animals from a young age, leading her to earn a BSc in Veterinary Physiotherapy from Equine-Librium College in 2024. She is dedicated to creating personalized treatment plans tailored to each patient’s needs, while also working closely with pet owners to ensure the best possible outcomes. Through collaboration and education, Léa strives to enhance the well-being and quality of life of every animal she treats.
Qualifications
BSc in Veterinery Physiotherapy (ELC)
SAVC Registered Practioneer
What Our Clients Say
Hear from our satisfied clients about their experience with Second Stride
What Our Clients Say
Hear from our satisfied clients about their experience with Second Stride
Mouse, has received many Veterinary Physiotherapy treatments from Lea over the last two years, and she has been feeling and acting so much better than she did before.
Lea has helped mouse really begin coping with her older age and Mouse has a bright healthy future ahead of her.
Niky H
Cat Owner
I would highly recommend Léa to anyone seeking exceptional care for their pets. She has been treating my horse for over a month now, and I couldn’t be more satisfied with the results. Not only has my horse shown great improvement and is gradually returning to her true self, but Léa also brings a caring touch to every interaction.
Tamara
Horse Rider
Léa always ensures the animal’s wellbeing is at the forefront of her practice. My horse is very sensitive and requires gentleness and patience when being handled, and Léa naturally approached him in this way. I noticed a big difference in my horse after Léa’s treatment which was very rewarding. Thank you Léa.
Jenna
Horse Owner
Equine Services
Common Conditions Treated in Horses:
Equine Services
Common Conditions Treated in Horses:
• Tendon and ligament injuries
• Joint issues (SIJ pathology, Upward fixation of the patella)
• Nerve conditions (Radial Nerve Paralysis, Sweeney)
• Muscle disorders (Fibrotic Myopathy, Tying-up)
• Laminitis
• Back pain (Kissing spine, Facet joint OA)
• Tendon and ligament injuries
• Joint issues
• Nerve conditions
• Muscle disorders
• Laminitis
• Back pain
Manual Therapy
Hands-on techniques like massage, stretching, and joint mobilization to improve mobility, reduce pain, and promote relaxation.
Electrotherapy
Gentle electrical stimulation to relieve pain, boost circulation, and prevent muscle loss. Ideal for injury recovery, post-surgery rehab, and muscle re-education.
Neurological Rehabilitation
Restores balance, coordination, and strength after nerve injuries or conditions like Wobblers Syndrome and Radial Nerve Paralysis.
Kinesiology Taping
Therapeutic tape supports muscles and joints, improves posture, reduces pain, and enhances recovery without restricting movement.
Laser Therapy
Non-invasive light therapy accelerates healing, reduces pain and inflammation, and supports tissue, joint recovery and wound healing
Therapeutic Exercises
Tailored exercises to build strength, balance, and flexibility, aiding injury recovery, enhancing performance, and maintaining mobility.
Manual Therapy
Hands-on techniques like massage, stretching, and joint mobilization to improve mobility, reduce pain, and promote relaxation.
Electrotherapy
Gentle electrical stimulation to relieve pain, boost circulation, and prevent muscle loss. Ideal for injury recovery, post-surgery rehab, and muscle re-education.
Neurological Rehabilitation
Restores balance, coordination, and strength after nerve injuries or conditions like Wobblers Syndrome and Radial Nerve Paralysis.
Kinesiology Taping
Therapeutic tape supports muscles and joints, improves posture, reduces pain, and enhances recovery without restricting movement.
Laser Therapy
Non-invasive light therapy accelerates healing, reduces pain and inflammation, and supports tissue and joint recovery.
Therapeutic Exercises
Tailored exercises to build strength, balance, and flexibility, aiding injury recovery, enhancing performance, and maintaining mobility.
Specialised Equine Programs
Equine Core Strengthening Program
Equine Core Strengthening Program
Why Equine Core Strengthening Is Important
Why Equine Core Strengthening Is Important
How Is the Equine Core Strengthening Program Performed
How Is the Equine Core Strengthening Program Performed
Small Animal Services
Common Conditions Treated in Dogs and Cats:
Small Animal Services
Common Conditions Treated
in Dogs and Cats:
Small Animal Services
Common Conditions Treated
in Dogs and Cats:
• Hip Dysplasia (HD)
• Elbow Dysplasia (ED)
• Medial Patella luxation (MPL)
• Cranial Cruciate ligament Disease (CCLD)
• Medial Shoulder Instability (MSI)
• Biceps tendonitis
• Illiopsoas strain injury
• Spondylosis
• Hyper-extension injuries
Manual Therapy
Gentle hands-on techniques like massage and stretching to relieve pain, reduce swelling, improve mobility, and promote relaxation.
Electrotherapy
Safe electrical stimulation eases pain, reduces swelling, and prevents muscle loss. Ideal for injury recovery, chronic pain, and neurological conditions.
Neurological Rehabilitation
Helps pets regain mobility, function, and coordination after conditions like IVDD, degenerative myelopathy, and nerve injuries.
Kinesiology Taping
Therapeutic tape supports muscles and joints, improves posture, and reduces pain and swelling without restricting movement.
Laser Therapy
Non-invasive light therapy accelerates healing, reduces pain and inflammation, and supports tissue and joint recovery.
Hydrotherapy
Water-based therapy using swimming or an underwater treadmill to boost mobility, aid recovery, and enhance fitness with low-impact exercise.
Manual Therapy
Gentle hands-on techniques like massage and stretching to relieve pain, reduce swelling, improve mobility, and promote relaxation.
Electrotherapy
Safe electrical stimulation eases pain, reduces swelling, and prevents muscle loss. Ideal for injury recovery, chronic pain, and neurological conditions.
Neurological Rehabilitation
Helps pets regain mobility, function, and coordination after conditions like IVDD, degenerative myelopathy, and nerve injuries.
Kinesiology Taping
Therapeutic tape supports muscles and joints, improves posture, and reduces pain and swelling without restricting movement.
Laser Therapy
Non-invasive light therapy accelerates healing, reduces pain and inflammation, and supports tissue and joint recovery.
Hydrotherapy
Water-based therapy using swimming or an underwater treadmill to boost mobility, aid recovery, and enhance fitness with low-impact exercise.
Specialised Small Animal Programs
Puppy and Athlete conditioning
Management Physiotherapy
Post-Operative & Post-Injury Physiotherapy
Puppy and Athlete conditioning
Management Physiotherapy
Post-Operative & Post-Injury Physiotherapy
Lets Chat
Lets Chat
Cell: +27 73 373 6931
Email: lea@secondstride.co.za
Airport Road, Plettenberg Bay,
Western Cape, South Africa
Plettenberg Bay - Knysna - Sedgefield
Wilderness - George - Mossel Bay
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