Pet Physical Rehabilitation in Asheville

If you or someone you know has ever had to rehab a sports injury, rebuild strength in an atrophied muscle, recover from surgery, or exercise to increase range of motion lost to arthritis, then you know what physical rehabilitation involves. Physical rehabilitation can work wonders for Asheville pet physical rehabilitation offered by Asheville veterinarians patients struggling to regain control of their bodies and improved flexibility and mobility. But you might not have thought about it as an equally effective recovery tool for pets! In fact, it can play a critical role in your pet’s overall quality of life as she recovers from veterinary surgery, injury or chronic disease.

These days there are many different rehabilitation techniques available to pets. For instance, our veterinarian may prescribe certain exercises aimed at rebuilding muscle strength or encouraging joint flexibility. Pets that cannot comfortably put full weight on their feet can use a special underwater treadmill in which a tank of water adds buoyancy and relieves some of the burden. Arthritic, injured and post-operative animals are especially good candidates for this therapy.

Other techniques apply a particular kind of energy to precise areas in need of healing. Ultrasound, for example, uses high-frequency sound waves to loosen scar tissue and speed healing in soft tissues, while electrotherapy, the use of electrical current to stimulate nerves, can aid in the treatment of neurological disorders and pain. Our vets also use heat, cold and massage therapy to stimulate circulation and relax muscles.

Rehab Your Pet at Charlotte Street Animal Hospital!

At Charlotte Street Animal Hospital, we have Asheville’s only Certified Canine Rehabilitation Practitioner, Beth Rhyne, DVM, CCRP, on staff! We offer a variety of Asheville pet physical rehabilitation options in addition to our emergency vet and veterinary surgery services. These therapies can make a significant different for animals suffering from a wide range of joint, bone, tissue or nerve problems. Patients on the mend from broken bones, rebuilt ligaments, amputations or longstanding medical problems can enjoy a new life with less pain and more freedom of movement. Either way, the result is a happier, healthier member of your family -- and ours!

Has your pet ever undergone a physical rehabilitation program? Share his or her recovery story with our readers!

Be the first to leave a comment!

Calendar

Blog

Companion Animal Food and Supplies Drive

Charlotte Street Animal Hospital is proud to sponsor a chilly weather pet food and supplies drive for the needy animals of our region!
From November 15, 2011 to April 15, 2012, Charlotte Street Animal Hospital will be collecting donations for six local animal rescue organizations including Animal Compassion Network, Asheville Humane Society, Brother Wolf Animal Rescue, Catman2, Meals on Wheels for Pets, and Phoenix Landing Parrot Rescue.

Each organization's wishlists are outlined below. Please make donations at our hospital or via phone. And thank you! for helping ensure that the furry members of our community stay nourished, cozy, and happy this cold season!

Animal Compassion Network:
-Scoopable kitty litter
-Dog & Cat food (our dogs & cats LOVE Chicken Soup for the Soul!)
-Blankets & towels
-Nutrical
-Mother's Milk Replacer (puppies and kittens)
-Stamps (1st class & higher)
-Long-distance calling cards
-Collars & leashes
-Printer toner and ink (call 274-3647 for specifics!)
-Cleaning supplies
-Gas cards for transport program
-Kongs and other interactive toys for dogs and cats

Asheville Humane Society:
  -Towels/blankets
  -Canned dog & cat food (please, no fish)
  -Clay kitty litter
  -Latex exam gloves (size small & medium)
  -Hot dogs
  -Bleach
  -55-gallon trash bags
  -White copy paper
  -Beef and chicken bullion
  -Hard plastic toys (Nylabones are awesome!)
  -Peanut butter
  -Cat toys that dangle
  -Cardboard scratching posts (only the ones that lay on the ground)
  -Rawhides and pig ears
  -Kong/interactive toys
  -Rope toys
  -Paper towels
  -Chewy dog treats/dried liver
  -Monetary donations

Brother Wolf Animal Rescue:
  -Blankets/towels
  -Dry & canned puppy, kitten, dog and cat food (Pedigree is preferred, but any is welcome)
  -Dog treats
-Peanut butter
  -Dog toys (Kongs, Nylabones, squeaky toys, etc)
  -Leashes
  -Non-slip collars
  -Scoopable (clumping) kitty litter
  -Cat treats
  -Cat toys (including disposable catnip scratch pads and teaser toys)
  -Thundershirts for anxious/scared doggies
  -Bleach & Pine Sol
  -Laundry detergent
  -Gift cards to Petsmart & Petco
  -Gas cards for the Northern Transport program
  -Office supplies & 1st class stamps
  -Universal Microchip scanner
  -Monetary donations

Catman2:
  -Friskies canned food
  -Purina/Meow Mix/Iams/Friskies dry food
  -Old pillow cases/blankets/towels/crib sheets
  -Litter deodorizer
  -New or gently used crib mattresses
  -Laundry detergent
  -Gift cards to purchase supplies (Lowe's & Wal-Mart)
  -Non-toxic cleaners (ex. Simple Green, Greenworks, etc)
  -Paper towels
  -Litter scoops
  -Sterilite/Rubbermaid tubs (we use them as litter boxes)
  -White vinegar
  -Office supplies (printer paper, binders, tape, etc)
  -Air fresheners (citrus blocks, sprays, etc)

Meals on Wheels for Pets:
  -Dog and cat food of any kind

Phoenix Landing Parrot Rescue:
*Any perishable items will be picked up by a volunteer upon donation
  -Clean, unused bird toys
  -Raw, unsalted nuts (our birds LOVE walnuts!!)
  -Grains (quinoa, millet, kamut, etc)
  -Fold-down carriers (for transport)
  -Grocery store gift cards
  -Fresh fruits & vegetables
  -Monetary donations for vet bills