OrthopedicFor those dogs who have injury, disorder or disease affecting muscles, bones, tendons and ligaments, rehabilitation can be especially helpful.
Certified Canine Rehabilitation Practitioners use treatment techniques and modalities similar to what human physical therapists employ when treating musculoskeletal and post-operative orthopedic conditions.
Common orthopedic conditions treated:
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NeurologicNeurological rehabilitation addresses disorders or diseases that affect the neurological system including the brain, spinal cord or nerves. Results of these impairments may include paralysis, ataxia, inability to walk, poor balance, vision deficits and incontinence.
The goal of canine rehabilitation is to optimize and restore functional mobility.
Common neurological conditions treated:
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Post-Operative |
Senior Dog |
Just as in people, dogs are vulnerable to injuries to the bone, ligament, muscle and tendon that require surgical intervention.
Post-surgical rehabilitation is key in these situations to restore former function, minimize complications and speed recovery. Typically, these dogs lose range of motion, strength and function. Canine Rehabilitation Practitioners work to restore these deficits through the use of modalities (ice/heat, laser), manual therapy, therapeutic exercise and hydrotherapy with the underwater treadmill. Common post-operative conditions treated:
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Geriatric canine rehabilitation addresses many issues related to normal age-related deterioration. Among these are loss in mobility, decreased strength, poor balance, decreased fitness levels and pain.
Common senior conditions treated:
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706 Nucleus Ave, Suite 106 Columbia Falls, MT 59912 |
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