
This is an adjunct to surgery to speed healing and good mobility of affected limb. It also is an alternative to surgery in many cases. Rehabilitation therapy is using specific modalities to reduce pain, enhance healing, and increase the function of a specific area. Therapy typically includes a combination of medications, dietary supplements, therapies in hospital, and home techniques. Proper communication is essential as owners must be an active part of this process. Therapeutics include passive exercise, active exercise, joint mobilization, electrical stimulation, therapeutic ultrasound, and low-level laser treatment. Dr. Horn supervises all rehabilitation cases. Rehabilitation therapy is incorporated into all aspects of our cases, ranging from post-surgical care, wound healing, and care for critical patients. We also see cases specifically for rehabilitation therapy.