My golden retriever Carly was diagnosed with a CCl injury. My vetnarian gave me a list of orthopedic surgeons. I came home and started researching everything I could about this injury and all of our options. I contacted several surgeons over the phone and came to a conclusion. The cost of surgery was very expensive [...]
Tag Archives | Physical Therapy
Advice on Senior Dogs and Ligament Injury – Bailey
Our golden retriever Bailey is ten and a half years old and has endeared two surgeries(TTS) for a torn cruciate ligament, the second time being to remove one of the failed/broken implants. He has now torn the ligament in the other leg, our vet said he is healthy and would benefit from surgery, but we [...]
TTA Surgery on Both Knees – Lacey
Our 6 year old yellow lab tore her first ACL 2 years ago. After 4 months of limping and unsuccessful medications we had a traveling surgeon Do a TTA. She came home with 15 pages of instructions. It took months but she did finally regain all use of that leg. Recently she tore The ACL [...]
Massage Therapy for Dogs – Video
When massaging your dog following a cranial cruciate ligament (ACL or CCL) injury it is important not to just focus on the injured knee joint, but the entire body, especially when initiating the massage. Some of the benefits of canine massage include: enhancing the human-animal bond, relieving pain and decreasing swelling. Dr. James suggests a [...]
Passive Range of Motion Exercises – Video
PROM or Passive range of motion exercises are an important part of canine physical therapy following a cranial cruciate ligament (CCL) injury. PROM exercises are useful whether your dog has undergone surgery such as a TTA, TPLO, traditional repair, etc. or if you’ve chosen to do Conservative Management. The goal of PROMs are to increase [...]
Stair Exercises – Video
Dr. James St. Clair of TopDog Health and Rehabilitation demonstrates stair exercises for dogs with cruciate ligament injuries. Like many of the other exercises, stairs should only be incorporated when your dog is ready, i.e. using the leg fully while walking without any discomfort. Controlling your speed during this exercise is key – The slower [...]
Walk to Jog – Video
There are two separate aspects to jogging. First you will want to show your dog to Walk to Jog, then Jog to Run. Make sure your dog is using the injured leg 100% at a slow walk before even considering jogging. Dr. James St. Clair of TopDog Health and Rehabilitation gives us tips on how [...]
Weave Poles – Video
This exercise is most often used in dog agility, but adapting it for home use can be a great way to help your dog regain strength and range of motion following a cruciate ligament injury. Using cones or any other apparatus available, you can quickly set up a course for your dog to weave through. [...]
Curb Walking – Video
Please note – this exercise SHOULD NOT be performed until your dog is back to 100% with the injured leg. Curb walking is a simple, effective technique that can be easily incorporated into your dog’s daily walking routine. Dr. James St. Clair of TopDog Health and Rehabilitation demonstrates curb walking and discusses how it can [...]
Cavaletti Exercises – Video
Cavaletti Pole Exercises are an excellent way to help increases strength and improves your dog’s balance. Dr. James St. Clair of TopDog Health and Rehabilitation explains the best way to use the Cavaletti Poles to help your dog heal and rebuild muscle, strength and balance following a cruciate ligament injury. At TopDog Health and Rehabilitation, [...]
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Healing a CCL Tear Without Surgery – Jasmond Baldwin
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Conservative Management Instead of TPLO – Hudson
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Extracapsular Repair with Swivel Lock System – Josie
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TPLO Surgery for Large, Active Dog – Benson
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Traditional Repair: Extracapsular Stabilization – Ellyot
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Traditional Surgery for Large Breeds – Garth the Lab
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TTO Surgery with Laser – Rave
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Conservative Management and Knee Brace – Carly
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Deciding Between Alternative Treatment or Surgery – Sophy
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Should I Get a Second Opinion? Asia’s Story
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Arthritis After Ligament Surgery – Cinny
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Advice on Senior Dogs and Ligament Injury – Bailey
- Conservative Management with Brace for Full Cruciate Tear – Zep
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TPLO and Conservative Management – Porter
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