Dr. Comrie, DVM is a certified Canine Rehabilitation Practitioner. Her expertise provides a special service to our patients.  In our sports med-hab facility, at RVVH we are able to perform hydrotherapy (underwater treadmill) sessions, massage, ultrasound, E-stim and laser therapy sessions for dogs with orthopedic, neurologic, geriatric or weight concerns.

Physical Rehabilitation Available For:

• Cruciate Repair
• Fracture Repair
• Arthritis
• Sports Conditioning
• Ligament And Tendon Injuries
• Disc Disease
• Muscle Spasms
• Weight Management
• Hip Dysplasia
• Elbow Dysplasia
• Patellar Luxation
• Femoral Head Osteotomy

Goals of Physical Rehabilitation:

• Improve the mental well being of pets by providing comfort and quality exercise during the recovery period.
• Restores the range of motion in joints.
• Prevent muscle loss during recovery.

Improve strength and function of weak or paralyzed limbs while preventing contracture of affected muscles.
* Maximize postoperative recovery and return your pet to its normal daily or sporting activities and capabilities.
* Assist in home care, long-term health of pets in need of conditioning and weight loss.

What conditions does physical rehabilitation help?
Orthopedic Cases: postoperative cranial cruciate, hip patellar luxation, fracture repair, joint replacement, tendon and ligament injuries, muscle and joint injuries.
Neurological Cases: postoperative herniated disc, vertebral fractures, degenerative spinal cord conditions, neuropathies, spinal trauma, spinal arthritis, geriatric weakness.
Health and Wellness for All Ages: Obesity, geriatric support, athletic conditioning, seasonal sports conditioning, mental stimulation and exercise for home alone pets.