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Therapy exercises to help dogs recover after ligament surgery
By Flaherty, Molly J·Published in The Veterinary clinics of North America. Small animal practice·2023·Department of Clinical Sciences, United States·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Therapy Exercises Following Cranial Cruciate Ligament Repair in Dogs.
- Species:
- dog
Plain-English summary
A dog recovering from cranial cruciate ligament (CCL) repair surgery can benefit from specific therapy exercises to improve their healing. These exercises can be done at home or at the vet's office with little equipment needed. The first eight weeks after surgery are crucial, and following a structured exercise plan can help the dog regain strength and mobility. By incorporating these exercises into their recovery routine, many dogs see better outcomes and can return to their normal activities more quickly.
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Abstract
Therapy exercises can help to optimize the outcome for dogs following cranial cruciate ligament repair surgery. This article focuses on land exercises that can be done with minimal equipment in home or in clinic. The first 8 weeks of recovery are covered including therapy and basic exercises for each phase.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36964027/