Physical Therapy

Doctor: Jean Jarvis, DVM

Rehabilitation Medicine

The benefits of physical therapy aren't just for humans anymore. When your dog is in need of therapy we collaborate with your veterinarian to design an individualized program that restores movement and returns your dog to optimal function. At MVRS, you and your pet will have access to  physical therapy. You can be assured that your companion is receiving the best possible treatment available.

• Orthopedic and neurological physical therapy
• Lameness evaluation
• Conditioning
• Weight Management
• Gait training

What kind of professionals should provide rehabilitation care?

Comprehensive rehabilitation care requires both extensive knowledge of therapy techniques and animal anatomy, physiology and disease processes. Veterinarians with rehabilitation training are ideally suited to treat your dog in the context of the whole animal, especially in older animals that often have multiple issues. Physical therapists who have received additional training in animal anatomy and disease processes are also well suited but must practice in conjunction with a veterinarian who must provide a diagnosis.

Rehabilitation

The goal of rehabilitation therapy is to create a return to optimal function after surgery, injury, chronic illness or degenerative disease. Rehab therapy can correct and prevent some of the movement problems seen after injuries, as well as correct muscular imbalances which lead to discomfort in diseases such as hip dysplasia. At MVRS, each program is individualized and can consist of prescribed exercise programs, conditioning, weight management, hot and cold therapy, massage, ultrasound therapy and neuromuscular electrostimulation therapy. Dr. Jarvis also has a special interest in chronic pain management and will use a combination of rehabilitation techniques and medication to help your pet achieve a good quality of life.

Watch our website for other rehabilitation services provided for hospitalized patients, to include massage therapy, gentle rotation and manipulation of joints and soft tissues, and exercise techniques to bring your pet to the best level of function as soon as possible!

Rehabilitation Treatment Options:

• Cryotherapy and Heat Therapy
• Directed Exercises
• Massage
• Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation
• Therapeutic Ultrasound

Rehabilitation Therapy Can Benefit 
Recovery From:

• Coonhound or tick induced paralysis
• Degenerative myelopathy
• Discospondylosis
• Fibrocartilagenous Embolism (FCE)
• Hip Dysplasia
• Intervertebral Disk Disease Injury
• Muscle Tears
• Neuropathy
• Osteoarthritis
• Post Surgical
• Post Surgical Orthopedic
• Rheumatoid Arthritis
• Tendonitis
• Obesity
• Wobblers Syndrome