Rehabilitation
Dr. H. Steven Steinberg
Patients can swim with our rehabilitation therapist to help rebuild muscle and joint strength following orthopedic and neurologic surgeries.
"Cooper" receives wet physical therapy with the help of rehabilitation specialist Rene and veterinary technician Anthony.
Veterinary Technician Anthony helping patient "Cooper" regain strength and mobility through wet physical therapy in the pool.
Cooper is making marked progress with the help of his wet rehabiliation therapy sessions provided by rehabilitation specialist Rene and veterinary technician Anthony.
Cooper is doing extremely well with his rehabilitation therapy at VCA Veterinary Referral Associates. Everyone is pleased with the progress he has made.
Dachshund Cheve receives dry physical therapy from rehabilitation specialist Rene and veterinary technician Anthony.
Dachshund Cheve receives physical therapy from Rehabilitation Specialist Rene and Veterinary Technician Anthony.
Rehabilitation Specialist Rene and Vet Tech Anthony fit Dachshund "Cheve" into his wheelie cart.
VRA patient "Cheve" walkng with the aid of his wheelie cart, as part of his physical therapy.
What is Animal Rehabilitation?
Animal rehabilitation is the use of therapeutic exercises combined with additional modalities such as hydrotherapy, ultrasound, cryotherapy, neuromuscular electrical stimulation and acupuncture to improve the recovery of patients with both acute and chronic conditions.
How Will My Pet Benefit From Animal Rehabilitation?
Animal rehabilitation can restore, maintain and promote optimal function and mobility; enhance recovery postoperatively; alleviate pain; improve circulation, coordination and range of motion; provide confidence and comfort in geriatric patients.
Is My Pet A Candidate For Rehabilitation?
Pets of all ages, sizes and breeds can benefit from animal rehabilitation. Any animal suffering from chronic pain, arthritis, obesity or muscle weakness can experience an enhanced quality of life as a result of rehabilitation.
Conditions That Respond Well To Rehabilitation:
Orthopedic Conditions:
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament Tears
- Arthritis
- Hip Dysplasia
- Patellar Luxations
- Fractures
- Osteochondritis Dessicans
- Soft Tissue Injuries
Neurological Conditions:
- Degenerative Myelopathy
- Fibrocartilaginous Emboli
- Intervertebral Disc Disease
- Lumbosacral Stenosis
General Health/Wellness:
- Athletic Conditioning
- Cardiovascular Fitness
- Obesity-Weight Loss
Underwater Treadmill
The underwater treadmill enables dogs to begin the rehabilitation process earlier than normal. The low-impact exercise offered by the underwater treadmill allows the animal to transition more quickly to land-based therapy by increasing muscle strength and endurance with the natural properties of water buoyancy, resistance and heat.
Services Offered in Rehabilitation
- Computed Tomography (CT scanning)
- Digital radiography
- Physical Rehabilitation
- Sports medicine
- Hip dysplasia diagnosis and management
