Rehabilitation

Rehabilitation can be an important part of your dog’s overall arthritis treatment plan.

It includes rehabilitation techniques done with a veterinary professional, manual therapy and other ways to help your dog build strength and healthier joints.

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Pain Management

Oral medications (NSAIDs, etc.)
Needles (Joint Injections, Adequan, Acupuncture)
Surgery

Nutrition

Weight Loss and Diet
Omega 3s
Other Supplements (Coming Soon!)

Lifestyle

Activity Modifications
Home Modifications
Assistive Devices

Rehabilitation

Therapeutic Exercise
Manual Therapy
Modalities

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How do I start a therapeutic exercise program with my dog? 7 Key Principles

The benefits of a therapeutic exercise program If your dog has been diagnosed with arthritis, your veterinarian will likely tell you to make sure they get regular exercise. Exercise, including walking, is a great way to help strengthen your dog’s […]

Overview of the role of rehabilitation for arthritis

Physical rehabilitation offers a number of techniques that can help decrease pain and improve mobility in dogs with arthritis. It can broadly be divided into three categories: Manual therapy Therapeutic modalities Therapeutic exercise Manual Therapy Manual therapy is what human […]

Using a hot pack (warm compress) with your dog

Why should you apply warm compresses? Applying heat in the form of a warm compress stimulates blood vessels in a specific area to dilate and bring more blood to the area. It can also cause muscle relaxation. Sometimes your veterinarian […]