Case Study
Meet Thumper
Thumper is a lovable Sharpei who suffered from complete collapse.
Details
Pet: Dog
Breed: Sharpei
Pets Name: Thumper
Age: 8 years
THE PROBLEM
Thumper was suffering from total collapse on all legs.
Thumper can’t stand or walk.
Thumper is also knuckling all of his paws and has no bowel or bladder control.
Radiography Results
Radiograph results revealed and confirmed severe osteoarthritis at C3-T3 impinging the spinal cord causing total paralysis and severe pain.
Thumper during treatment
“We are a dedicated lateral thinking Veterinary Team. We care for pets well being above all else rather than euthanasing”
Dr. Gary Hanly B.V.S.c., M.R.C.V.S
Treatment Plan
Treatment: neck brace, anti-inflammatory medications, laser treatment daily, whole body support daily by physical suspension.
Progress
13/8/19: Thumper stood up, Thumper’s bladder and bowels restored to normal, Thumper has no pain.
14/8/19: Took first 4 steps
15/8/19: Walking today
18/8/19: Trying to jump
23/8/19: Walking almost normally
11/9/19: Thumper goes home today a normal happy dog.
K-Laser Therapy was used to aid in the process. Read more about how K-Laser therapy may help in this process.
Thumper walking almost normally.
Not long before Thumper goes home!
The Results
It’s because of the Extraordinary and persistent efforts of vets and nurses in this practice that Thumper is still alive and enjoying a better quality of life today.
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Expected Recovery
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Zero Detected Pain
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Improved Quality of Life
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