Canine Rehabilitation: Blending Traditional and Alternative Treatments
We currently offer cold laser therapy to speed up the recovery process for many of our patients. Laser therapy is commonly used for rehabilitation in the following situations:
- Wound healing
- Musculoskeletal injuries
- Pain reduction
- Inflammation reduction
Dr. Wheeler completed her CCRT (Certified Canine Rehabilitation Therapist) certification courses through the Canine Rehabilitation Institute in 2016, and is enjoying expanding the rehabilitation services we offer to our patients at The Whole Pet Vet.
Service to come:
- Underwater treadmill
We anticipate being able to offer expanded services in our new Wellness and Recovery Center, including:
- Physical therapy assessments
- Manual therapy
- Neurological rehabilitation
- Therapeutic exercises
The Whole Pet Vet is looking forward to offering a truly comprehensive rehabilitation program for patients who require more specialized therapies. Examples include:
- Orthopedic/musculoskeletal injuries
- Ligament/tendon injuries
- Intervertebral disc disease
- Chronic arthritis
- Neurological conditions
- Post-operative therapy and maintenance programs (especially for canine athletes)