Zoologic Companion Animal Rehabilitation and Physical Medicine

Rychel, Jessica K.; Johnston, Matthew S.; Robinson, Narda G.

doi:10.1016/j.cvex.2010.09.008

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“…22,23 Alternative therapies used in human medicine are also being used in veterinary medicine with increasing frequency. 11 Areas for laser therapy were chosen in light of research on laser therapy for neurorehabilitation and TBI. 24 Acupuncture points were chosen in consideration of studies on functional brain imaging research that link activation in the cerebellum with stimulation of pelvic limb points.…”

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confidence: 99%

“…10 For the purpose of this paper, PT is defined as an inclusive term that refers to the use of mechanical touch and physical modalities, including passive range of motion (PROM) exercises, soft tissue therapy, and laser therapy. 11 We hypothesized that chronic torticollis in raptors afflicted with TBI is the result of musculoskeletal problems and not caused by active neurologic disease; therefore, physical medicine modalities should be beneficial in improving the outcome of torticollis secondary to TBI. The objective of this study was to assess the effectiveness of PT on chronic torticollis secondary to TBI in raptors.…”

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confidence: 99%

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Effectiveness of Physical Therapy as an Adjunctive Treatment for Trauma-induced Chronic Torticollis in Raptors

Nevitt¹,

Robinson²,

Kratz³

et al. 2015

Journal of Avian Medicine and Surgery

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Management of trauma-induced chronic torticollis in raptors has historically been challenging. Euthanasia is common in affected birds because of their inability to maintain normal cervical position, although they may be able to function normally. To assess effectiveness of physical therapy of the neck and head as an adjunct treatment for this condition, a case-control study was done in raptors admitted to the Rocky Mountain Raptor Program from 2003 to 2010. Eleven cases were identified with a diagnosis of chronic torticollis resulting from traumatic brain injury. Five cases were treated with physical therapy of the head and neck, and 6 control cases did not receive any physical therapy for the torticollis. Of the control cases, 0 of 6 had resolution of the torticollis, 0 of 6 were released, and 5 of 6 were euthanatized. Of the treated cases, 4 of 5 had complete resolution of the torticollis and 5 of 5 were released. Resolution of torticollis differed significantly between cases receiving physical therapy and controls. These results indicate that physical therapy should be used as an adjunctive therapy in cases of chronic torticollis induced by trauma in raptors because it results in better resolution of the torticollis and increased likelihood of release.

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Section: Introductionmentioning

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Effectiveness of Physical Therapy as an Adjunctive Treatment for Trauma-induced Chronic Torticollis in Raptors

Nevitt¹,

Robinson²,

Kratz³

et al. 2015

Journal of Avian Medicine and Surgery

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“…There have been some recent reviews written on physical modalities as well as acupuncture for the management of painful conditions in ferrets and rabbits, and at my hospital some of these modalities have become commonplace in the holistic pain management plans 15,. It is beyond the scope of this chapter to cover all therapies in depth, so the reader is referred to other, more complete works on the subject.…”

Section: Nonpharmacologic Interventions For Analgesiamentioning

confidence: 99%

“…It is beyond the scope of this chapter to cover all therapies in depth, so the reader is referred to other, more complete works on the subject. [15][16][17] Cryotherapy-simply the application of ice packs to acute injuries, including surgical incisions-slows nociceptive transmission from the area. By causing local vasoconstriction, it can reduce edema and inflammation in the acute (first 48 hours) phase of the injury.…”

Section: Nonpharmacologic Interventions For Analgesiamentioning

confidence: 99%

“…Although research is still needed to determine an optimum dosage regimen for specific conditions, clinically effective treatment seems to occur in the range of 1 to 5 J/cm 2 . 15 Heat therapy can be useful in the management of chronically painful conditions. The use of heating pads is an easy, practical way for many pet owners to implement this modality.…”

Section: Nonpharmacologic Interventions For Analgesiamentioning

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