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Source: VETERINARY MEDICINE

Underwater treadmill therapy in dogs

May 1, 2009

This physical therapist and certified canine rehabilitation practitioner discusses canine physical therapy and demonstrates underwater treadmill therapy in a German shorthaired pointer with a partial cranial cruciate ligament tear and a German shepherd dog with type II intervertebral disc disease and hip dysplasia.

Source: VETERINARY MEDICINE

Benefits and considerations of underwater treadmill therapy

April 1, 2009

An underwater treadmill, or hydro-treadmill, can be a valuable addition to any practice.

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A case example of physical rehabilitation in a dog after stifle surgery

April 1, 2009

Bella, a 1-year-old spayed female Labrador retriever, was presented for rehabilitation therapy after bilateral anterior cruciate ligament rupture and subsequent extracapsular repair of both stifles.

Source: DVM NEWSMAGAZINE

DVM says rehab results in swifter recovery

October 1, 2008

Physical rehabilitation techniques go a long way toward helping animals after surgery.

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Rehabilitation DVMs form association

March 1, 2008

Twin Cities, Minn. — About 40 veterinarians working in animal rehabilitation created a new organization and set up an annual meeting.

Rehabilitation veterinarians unite to launch association, meeting

February 12, 2008

Twin Cities, Minn. - 2/12/08 - Roughly 40 veterinarians working in animal rehabilitation created a new group and annual meeting.

Source: DVM NEWSMAGAZINE

Seattle facility takes surgical, medical rehabilitation to next level

October 1, 2007

Seattle — Just over two years ago, Dr. Mark Dedomenico, MD, a renowned cardiovascular surgeon with a passion for developing elite equine athletes, opened one of the nation's most luxurious and state-of-the-art equine training and rehabilitation facilities.

Source: DVM NEWSMAGAZINE

Leaders knead rehabilitation, therapy rules

July 1, 2006

Sacramento, Calif. — As physical therapy takes root in animal healthcare, veterinary regulators and the profession's leaders scramble to create guidelines to restrict lay and untrained practitioners.

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Physical rehabilitation: Improving the outcome in dogs with orthopedic problems

June 1, 2005

After an orthopedic procedure, it is common to have a convalescent period of weeks to months before recovery is attained. Physical rehabilitation may help patients achieve maximum recovery. Physical therapy is also valuable for easing chronic pain in pets.

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