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 Animal/Pet Case Study

Inability to stand due to rear limb weakness, an absess on the right elbow, and recent pneumonia.

Animal Type:	Dogs
Illness/Condition(s):	Other Joint, Muscles, & Hip, Pneumonia
Treatments Used:	Chiropractic, Massage Therapy, Acupuncture
Date of First Treatment:	8/31/2001
Date of Last Treatment:	Unknown
Total Number of Treatments:	Unknown

Original Assessment:
Unable to walk or support her weight. Epilepsy. Severe discospondylosis.

Neurological deficits. Large absess with secondary soft tissue swelling below the right elbow. Soft tissue swellings from the knee to the hock in both rear limbs. Laxity (increased joint motion) was evident at both hips. Pain was evident in all four limbs and along her back. Moderate atrophy in all four limbs. Hyperextension of both carpal joints. Many chiropractic fixations.

Treatment Overview:
TOPS Vet Rehab treatment: acupuncture, animal chiropractic, hydro-treadmill, Pulsed Signal Therapy (PST), massage, passive range of motion, heat and cryotherapy, and strengthening and ambulation exercises.

Treatment Results:
Near normal recovery. Walking and running. Lorie is still suffering from seizures.

Case Study submitted by: TOPS Veterinary Staff (topsvet)

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