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Case Study: Sophie
Basic Information
Name: Sophie
Breed: Labrador Retriever Mix
Sex: Female, Spayed
Weight: 16.4 lbs.
DOB/Age: 7/18/1997
History
Sophie had a history of arthritis in her elbows and hips. Owner was concerned about her mobility.
Presenting Problems
Radiographic evidence of degenerative joint disease in elbows and hips bilaterally.
Condition / Diagnosis / Findings
Difficulty rising from a sit position. Wide base stance in the back. Mild abduction of both hindlegs during cranial phase of walk. Decreased range of motion in both elbows and hips. Pain upon extension of hips bilaterally.
Therapy Goals
Decrease pain, improve mobility and quality of life.
Course of Therapy
Pulsed Signal Therapy (PST); with our stationary unit. Therapy consisted of nine 30 minute PST sessions focused on her hips.
Progress
8 week post PST examination: Sophie appears to be moving much better. Continues to be slow upon rising, but much improved. Mild tenderness upon extension of both hips.
Owner Comment
"Sophie stayed with her 'grandparents' for the first time since her treatments and they couldn't believe how much improved her movements were. She went up and downstairs easily, got up on the bed and couch easily and overall was more playful and active. They said her previous visits were much more sedate; she would just lie around. They really saw how much she's improved. She continues to be more active and attentive."
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