Therapeutic Modalities
Rehab with Murphy Animal Hospital
Post-op Surgery Rehab
Weeks 1 to 2/3 (until staples are removed)
Ice: Remove pain by numbing area, reduces swelling and reduces inflammation.
TENS: Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation – reduces pain.
LASER: Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation – promotes tissue repair and assists in pain reduction.
PROM: Passive Range of Motion – decreases stiffness.
Weeks 2/3 and on
Laser: To help reduce pain and inflammation.
Hydro: Under water treadmill sessions to rebuild muscle and get pet moving again.
Heat: Used to reduce pain, promote relaxation, increase blood flow, improve joint mobility, and improve connective tissue flexibility.
Therapeutic Exercises:
Used to address proprioception, balance, muscle strengthening, improve endurance, and gait retraining.
- Physio balls – exercise and stability balls.
- Cavaletti – stepping exercises.
- Balance Disks.
- Wobble Boards.
For improved results, Rehab can be combined with Hydrotherapy and Massage therapy. Call 636-677-8555 to schedule all appointments.
