Conditions we treat
AURA is Singapore’s home for evidence-based animal rehabilitation. We work with dogs, cats, rabbits, and small animals across six broad categories: spinal and neurological, orthopaedic, post-surgical and trauma, chronic and senior, soft tissue and sports, and brachycephalic mobility. Common cases include IVDD, hip dysplasia, cruciate injuries, arthritis, and post-operative recovery.
Every plan begins with a clinical assessment, usually run by Doris Ho, our co-founder and primary physiotherapist. Hydrotherapy on the underwater treadmill, hands-on physiotherapy, Class IV laser, manual massage, and multi-modal pain management combine in the order each animal actually needs them. Some cases respond to one modality. Most need two or three working together.
Tap a card below for the clinical picture and the modalities we combine for it. If your case is not listed, message us with the details and we will tell you straight whether rehabilitation is likely to help.
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Tap a category to narrow the list. Tap a condition to read more about how we approach it. Most cases benefit from a combination of modalities: physiotherapy as the foundation, with hydrotherapy, laser, massage, or pain management layered in.
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Intervertebral disc disease. A spinal disc bulges or ruptures into the spinal canal, putting pressure on the cord. Common in dachshunds, French bulldogs, and other long-backed breeds.
A spinal stroke where disc material blocks blood flow to part of the spinal cord. Sudden onset, usually in larger breeds. Rehabilitation is the main treatment.
Cervical spondylomyelopathy. Compression of the spinal cord in the neck, causing a wobbly hindquarter gait. Common in Dobermans, Great Danes, and Bernese Mountain Dogs.
Cauda equina syndrome. Compression of the nerve roots at the base of the spine. Common in German Shepherds and working breeds. Causes hindlimb weakness and pain.
A progressive disease of the spinal cord, similar in pattern to ALS in humans. No cure, but rehabilitation maintains mobility and quality of life for as long as possible.
Bony bridges form between vertebrae over time, often as part of normal ageing. Most cases are mild; some cause stiffness or nerve compression.
Sudden-onset balance disorder, often in senior dogs. Head tilt, loss of coordination, nausea. Most cases resolve, but rehabilitation speeds the recovery.
Stroke, brachial plexus injuries, peripheral nerve injuries, post-encephalitis recovery, and other neurological cases. Each gets a tailored plan.
Kneecap slips out of its groove, often in toy breeds. Graded I to IV. Mild cases respond well to rehabilitation alone; severe cases need surgery first.
Hip joint malformation, common in larger breeds and shepherds. Causes pain, stiffness, and progressive joint disease. Rehabilitation slows progression and manages pain.
Developmental abnormality of the elbow joint, common in Labradors and Golden Retrievers. Causes forelimb lameness in young dogs.
Cranial cruciate ligament tear, the most common orthopaedic injury in dogs. Surgery (TPLO, TTA) plus rehabilitation, or rehabilitation alone for some cases.
A hip flexor muscle injury, often overlooked or misdiagnosed. Common in active dogs that jump or twist suddenly. Causes intermittent hindlimb lameness.
Collapsed wrists or ankles where the joints over-extend. Causes a flat-footed stance. Manageable with rehabilitation and supportive bracing.
Fracture repair is only the beginning. Structured rehabilitation rebuilds strength, restores range of motion, and returns the animal to normal loading after bone surgery.
Femoral head ostectomy is a common hip surgery, often performed on cats and small dogs. Rehabilitation is essential to regain a normal gait and full hip range.
Three-legged dogs and cats adapt remarkably well with the right conditioning. Rehabilitation strengthens the remaining limbs and corrects compensation patterns.
Recovery after a road traffic accident. Often involves multiple fractures, soft tissue damage, and sometimes spinal injury. Rehabilitation is long but transformative.
Repair of a torn diaphragm, usually after trauma. Post-operative recovery focuses on respiratory function and gradual return to activity.
Degenerative joint disease, the most common chronic condition we see. Rehabilitation does not reverse arthritis, but it keeps the body moving and the pain manageable.
Older animals slow down. Maintenance rehabilitation keeps them moving comfortably for longer, addressing stiffness, weakness, and balance changes.
Wasted muscle from disuse, illness, or surgery. Rehabilitation rebuilds muscle through progressive loading, often starting with buoyancy support in water.
Overweight animals carry extra load on every joint. Low-impact hydrotherapy provides exercise without aggravating the joints already under strain.
Flat-faced breeds (French bulldogs, pugs, Shih Tzus) often face mobility challenges alongside their breathing issues. Rehabilitation manages both with care.
Sprains, strains, fascial tightness. Common in active dogs. Rehabilitation accelerates healing and reduces the risk of re-injury.
Biceps tendinopathy, Achilles strain, supraspinatus injuries. Tendons heal slowly. Rehabilitation rebuilds tendon load tolerance progressively.
Working dogs, agility competitors, and active companions get sports injuries too. Rehabilitation returns them to performance safely.
Ehrlichia, Babesia, and other tick-borne diseases can leave lingering joint pain and mobility issues. Rehabilitation manages the aftermath.
Don’t see your animal’s case here? The list above is the most common 28, not the limit. We see dogs, cats, rabbits, and small animals across a wider range of conditions, and we take horses as outcalls. WhatsApp us with your animal’s diagnosis and we will tell you straight whether rehabilitation is likely to help.
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Every plan starts with an assessment, not a diagnosis off a list. WhatsApp us with your animal’s case details, or come down for a walk-through of the centre.