Post Operative Rehabilitation
Major and complex surgery can mean that very careful and specific post operative care and rehabilitation is recommended
Post Operative Rehabilitation of Orthopaedic, Soft Tissue and Spinal Surgeries
We love and care for our pets deeply and they are a huge part of our lives. When we hear the news that an operation is the best (or sometimes only) way to manage their condition, it can be a big shock.
These days, the range of technologies available and the continuous advancement of surgical skills and techniques means a very wide range of injuries and illnesses can be successfully treated with operations and while success rates are usually very good, major and complex surgery can mean that very careful and specific post operative care and rehabilitation is recommended to give the best possible outcome for the patient.
This can be a very scary and stressful time for owners and caregivers trying to navigate their way through a pet’s complex needs and potentially difficult and upsetting situations. The ARC team is here to make sure you and your pet get through it together.
Maximising healing and recovery potential
ARC’s veterinary surgeons and nurses work regularly with orthopaedic and soft tissue surgeons and oncologists to ensure our patients receive the very best care and that their owners get all the advice and support needed to make sure healing and recovery potential is maximised and pets are back on their paws as soon as possible. We have the expertise, equipment and facilities to provide help in every area:
- Wound healing (including laser, acupuncture and ultrasound treatment
- Scar and soft tissue management and mobilisation
- Pain management
- Help and advice on managing patients with strict exercise restrictions
- Mobility aids including harnesses, foot grips and protection, ramps, wheelchairs and custom moulded and 4D printed orthoses
- Physiotherapy and hydrotherapy to regain fitness, stamina and strength
- Proprioception, balance and gait training
Rehabilitation from a wide range of surgeries
The ARC team see and manage patients who have undergone a very wide range of surgeries across and have experience in rehabilitating patients following:
- Orthopaedic operation such as cruciate surgeries, TPLO, TTA, MMP, hip replacement, fractures including complex pelvic and condylar fractures, luxating patella, angular limb deformity corrections, tendon repairs, limb amputations
- Spinal surgeries such as hemilaminectomy, ventral slot, lumbosacral fusion, vertebral fractures
- Soft tissue surgeries including major tumour resections, skin flaps and wound reconstructions, abdominal surgery, delicate facial and limb extremity wounds, burns and skin grafts
Customised rehabilitation program
These and many other procedures can lead to restricted movement and lasting problems if pain is not well managed or tissue healing and mobilisation is not optimal.
If you would like help with your pet’s recovery from surgery, fill in our referral form or contact us below.
