Lesson 5 – Key Points
- Dysfunction usually occurs in the run up to injury
- Correction of dysfunction and gait abnormality can reduce the occurrence of injury
- The patient is usually presented to the veterinary practice when he/she becomes injured
- For injury, veterinary intervention includes surgery and medication. Physiotherapy intervention includes:
- Electro physical agents (to promote healing and reduce pain)
- Massage and range of movement (to promote healing, reduce pain and optimise movement)
- As soon as injury and pain is managed, exercise rehabilitation can begin to:
- Promote healing
- Encourage straightness and correct movement patterns
- Restore strength and range of movement