Cruciate ligament injury or tear in dogs - Chiropractor for dogs south shore boston, cape cod, nantucket, boston
- Dogs less than 33 lbs (15 kg) may be treated conservatively as outpatients; 65 percent improve or are normal within six months
- Dogs greater than 33 lbs (15 kg) should be treated with
stabilization surgery; only 20 percent improve or are normal within six
months with conservative medical management
- Following surgery, the use of ice packs and physical therapy (such
as range-of-motion exercises, massage, and electrical muscle
stimulation) are important for improvement
- Chiropractic for the compensation of the spine and to prevent to opposite leg from tearing.
- Weight control is an important component for decreasing stress on the stifle joint
- Stabilization surgery is recommended for all dogs, as it speeds the
rate of recovery, reduces joint degeneration, and enhances function
