Handbook of Canine Exercise Therapy

By Jennifer A. Repac, Leilani X. Alvarez, Kara L. Amstutz

Handbook of Canine Exercise Therapy is a comprehensive and practical guide to developing exercise treatment plans for canine patients. It provides up-to-date and relevant information to create and implement effective exercise plans, along with specific recommendations for common types of patients.

The book offers well-organized and easily accessible guidance, with illustrative images and video links demonstrating exercises and manual therapy techniques. Handbook of Canine Exercise Therapy provides evidence-based instructions for veterinary practitioners at all experience levels.

Features:

• A thorough introduction to creating a rehabilitation-specific assessment and patient problem list
• Quick-reference summaries of common rehabilitation conditions, presented in a streamlined format outlining key exam findings, etiology, and treatment strategies
• Comprehensive ways to track patient progress, including limb circumference, gait analysis, goniometry, weight, pain scale, and functional outcomes
• Practical discussions of refractory cases and factors that can hinder patient progress
• An appendix containing charts of all included exercises, including their specific benefits, and example client handouts

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