Abstract
Cats have orthopedic problems, including osteoarthritis, fractures, and luxations that are positively impacted by physical rehabilitation. Most cats have an independent behavior that requires using a tactful approach to rehabilitation. Cats often do well with manual therapy and electrophysical modalities. Feline rehabilitation sessions may be shorter than canine rehabilitation sessions. Cats do best with therapeutic exercises when these exercises are linked to hunting, playing, or feeding.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 185-201 |
Number of pages | 17 |
Journal | Veterinary Clinics of North America - Small Animal Practice |
Volume | 45 |
Issue number | 1 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Jan 1 2015 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Cat
- Cryotherapy
- Electrical stimulation
- Massage
- Physical therapy
- Rehabilitation
- Therapeutic exercise
- Ultrasound
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Small Animals
- Medicine(all)