Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Rehabilitation Therapy for the Degenerative Myelopathy Patient.
- Journal:
- The Veterinary clinics of North America. Small animal practice
- Year:
- 2023
- Authors:
- Pancotto, Theresa E
- Affiliation:
- 2575 Northbrooke Plaza Drive · United States
- Species:
- dog
Abstract
Degenerative myelopathy is an inherited, progressive, neurodegenerative disorder affecting the spinal cord of dogs. There is no treatment of the disease. Physical rehabilitation is the only intervention that slows progression and prolongs quality of life. Further studies are needed to develop advanced treatment options and to better characterize the use of complementary therapeutic modalities in palliative care for these patients.
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