Rehabilitation

Integration of a structured multimodal physiotherapy protocol may enhance postoperative functional recovery.

All three cases were successfully treated, with only minor complications reported.

Consideration of posture in dogs is part of physiotherapy assessment and treatment.

There was no increase in physical activity variables.

This mesotherapy protocol reduced pain scores.

The results of the study support the recent evidence of a relationship between pain and canine psychological well-being.

After patient discharge, the team can then aid in the client and patient recovery at home.

These fundamental principles should be applied broadly to animals enrolled in rehabilitation programs.

Rate of return to competition and duration of the convalescent period may be useful outcome variables for future investigations involving orthopedic procedures in dogs.

Removal of the TTA cage can be considered as an adjunct to treat SSI but has the potential for postoperative complications.