18/02/2019
Meet Louie,
A 3yrs old Alsatian who came to us with hindlimb lameness made worse by the extra weight he's carrying.
Weekly rehab, home, exercise and diet assesment progrm complimebted by a course of zydax injections, have been working wonders for Louie.
Week 3 shows a 4 kg weight lose and improved lambness.
We aim to get Louie from 60 kg down to 45 kg, from 45kg we can make an individual assesment on his ideal weight.
As with most alsatians unfortunately Louise has mild hip dysplasia more prominent on his right side.
Carrying the extra weight has put more pressure on these hips causing intermittent flare ups and lameness.
We aim to manage and support his hips with strengthening exercises at home management and education to give his beautiful owners the tools to mnage Louis long term.
Louie has taken the first few steps towards his new life.
As with humans there is always something we can do to improve musculoskeletal pain or weakness. don't leave your pets struggling on slippery floors, limping, or lagging behind, or battling away to keep up with walks.
Come in for an assessment it might be something so simple to keep your pet happy and healthy.
Coull Health