Physical rehabilitation is well established in the human world of healthcare and is often prescribed for neurological injuries, fractures, orthopedic conditions, sprains and strains, wounds, and arthritis.  Our pets suffer from many of these same conditions.  Like humans, pets require high-tech surgery, hospitalization and therapy to recover from their injuries.  Too often, they don’t receive the proper therapy needed to permit a full recovery. Physical rehabilitation of animals is a relatively new area of veterinary medicine, which has become essential in providing the best opportunities for our companions to recovery.  Our practice is designed to supplement your primary veterinarian’s care (referral basis only) by providing your pet with the most innovative and state-of-the-art approach to veterinary care.

 

Our mission is to provide the highest standard of rehabilitation.  We seek to improve the quality of life of each of our patients and to strengthen their lifelong bond with their guardians.  Our staff is committed to improving the physical and psychological well-being of our patients with a caring touch.  We strive for the highest standards of care.  We offer a complete line of rehabilitative services, each tailored to the specific need of your pet.  On your first visit, we will evaluate your dog’s condition and determine the best course of therapy.  We’ll work to provide all the love and attention – and the finest physical therapy – available to restore your dog’s vitality.   

 

Indication for Physical Rehabilitation:

· Post-operative recovery

· Neurological conditions

· Muscle, ligament, tendon, and nerve related injuries

· Hip Dysplasia

· Osteoarthritis

· Degenerative joint disease

· Pain control

· Sports-related injuries

· Performance problems

· Weight loss

· Geriatric conditioning

· Debilitating metabolic diseases such as diabetes, Cushing’s Syndrome, Hypothyroidism, etc

· Immune-mediated diseases

 

Modalities of Physical Rehabilitation:

· Therapeutic ultrasound

o Decreases muscle spasms

o Increases blood flow and circulation

o Increase flexibility

· Neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) and Transcutaneous electrical neuromuscular stimulation (TENS)

o Pain relief

o Minimize muscle atrophy

o Muscle re-education and strengthening

· Low-level laser therapy (LLLT)

o Wound management

o Stimulate cartilage growth

o Expedite celluar repair of bones, muscles, ligaments, tendons, and nerves

o Acupuncture

· Hydrophysio Treadmill

o Increase flexibility

o Muscle strengthening

o Weight loss

o Increased cardiovascular stamina and endurance

o Neuromuscular re-education

· Therapeutic exercises

o Increase proprioception

o Increase coordination

o Core-strengthening

· Manual therapy and range of motion exercises

o Increases range of motion

o Helps prevent joint contraction

o Improves circulation

· Thermo/Cryotherapy

o Pain relief

o Reduces inflammation and muscle spasms

o Improves flexibility and circulation

· Acupuncture