Rehabilitation Program

Designed For: Animals with functional deficits related to injuries or health conditions that limit their independence or mobility.

This is the most comprehensive program that LVH Rehabilitation offers, featuring the greatest time allotted with a certified rehabilitation therapist, an in-depth long-term assessment of the animal's physical health, and the highest level of care through advanced therapeutic interventions.

Initial Rehabilitation Consultation:

  • Duration: 90-minute Initial Consultation
  • Includes: One-on-one consultation with certified rehab therapist, physical examination, stance and gait analysis, functional measures/tests, and ortho/neuro-specific exams as needed.
  • Outcome: A detailed Treatment Plan with follow-up Rehabilitation Sessions, Progress Check appointment, and a customized Home Exercise Program tailored to your pet’s specific needs.
  • Cost: $220

Therapeutic Massage: Relieves pain, reduces muscle tension, and promotes healing by improving circulation, muscle flexibility, and overall mobility.

Manual Therapy/Joint Mobilization: Enhances joint function and reduces pain by breaking adhesions and improving tissue extensibility, essential for preventing stiffness and disability.

Therapeutic Exercise: Restores mobility, strength, and quality of life through targeted exercises, aiding in pain management and overall physical and emotional well-being.

Therapeutic Laser Treatment: Uses advanced Class 4 lasers to reduce pain, inflammation, and accelerate healing for various acute and chronic conditions.

Gait Analysis/Training: Assesses walking and trotting patterns to identify abnormalities and track progress, helping tailor rehabilitation programs.

Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS): Alleviates pain and muscle tension by delivering low-voltage electrical currents to block pain signals and improve circulation.

Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation (NMES): Stimulates muscle contractions to strengthen and re-educate muscles, preventing atrophy and enhancing movement.

Assisted Devices (Braces, Orthotics, Ramps, Harnesses, Carts): Supports mobility and recovery with tools that improve function and reduce joint stress.

Nutrition and Weight Loss/Optimization Program: Provides personalized dietary plans to manage weight, enhance health, and improve overall well-being.

Fitness and Conditioning: Boosts health and performance with sport-specific training and conditioning protocols, incorporating both clinic and home exercises.

Cryotherapy/Cold Therapy: Reduces pain and inflammation through cooling, aiding in muscle recovery and managing acute injuries.

Heat Therapy: Alleviates pain and muscle tension by increasing blood flow and improving joint flexibility through heat application.

Pulse Electromagnetic Field Therapy (PEMF): Uses electromagnetic pulses to reduce pain and inflammation, accelerate healing, and enhance mobility.

Home Exercise Program: Provides customized exercises to improve mobility and strength, with regular updates reflecting progress in rehabilitation or fitness plans.

Nail Trims: Regular trims reduce joint stress and improve posture, encouraging more natural movement patterns essential for rehabilitation success.

Restorative Phase:
Goal: Aims to improve function and recovery, typically after an injury or surgery, with a structured, intensive treatment plan.

Outcome: This is a focused 4-6 week period where the patient is seen more frequently, typically 1-2 times per week, depending on the specific case. The goal is to improve function and recovery, often following an injury or surgery. A progress recheck is conducted at the end of this bout to determine if the patient requires another restorative bout, can transition to a maintenance plan, take a break, or be discharged from rehabilitation.

Golden Paws Maintenance Phase:
Goal: Aims to preserve current function and prevent deterioration, with less frequent, ongoing treatments to sustain progress.

Outcome: Designed for patients, especially those with chronic conditions like arthritis, this plan involves less frequent visits, such as once every two weeks, once a month, or every three months. The goal is to preserve the patient’s current function and prevent deterioration, with ongoing monitoring for changes in functional status. If regression in function is observed, the patient may transition back to a restorative bout of care.

 

Golden Paws Maintenance Program:

Program Designed for: Patients discharged from an initial bout of rehabilitation (post-surgical, OA, age-related mobility deficits). The Golden Paws Maintenance Program is designed to maintain physical health and improve the quality of life for aging animals experiencing mobility and functional deficits as well as animals who have graduated from our initial rehabilitation program and can still benefit from regular rehabilitation on a less frequent basis.

  • Includes: One-on-one consultation with certified rehab therapist, physical examination, stance and gait analysis, functional measures/tests, and ortho/neuro-specific exams as needed.
  • Outcome: A detailed, long-term Treatment Plan with follow-up rehab sessions, progress check appointment, and a customized Home Exercise Program tailored to your pet’s specific needs.

Pawformance Fitness Program

Program Designed for: Healthy or deconditioned animals of any age who would benefit from a fitness program to manage weight, improve health, and enhance overall well-being.

  • Duration: 30-minute Consultation and Fitness Sessions
  • Includes: Brief physical exam, objective tests of strength and endurance, customized Home Exercise Program
  • Benefits of Fitness:
    • Improved body condition score
    • Effective weight management
    • Enhanced overall activity level
    • Better cardiovascular health, flexibility, balance, and strength
    • Prevention of future health issues

Pawsitively Fit Boarding Club

Program Designed for: Pets of all ages and fitness levels who would benefit from a fitness-focused boarding experience.
Duration: Daily 30-minute Fitness Sessions available throughout your pet’s stay at our facility.

Includes:

  • Tailored exercise routines (cardiovascular, flexibility, balance/coordination, and strength training)
  • Integration of fitness activities into daily boarding
  • Mental stimulation and enrichment activities to boost your pet’s cognitive function
  • Supervision by trained staff and access to certified rehabilitation therapist

Nutrition and Weight Loss Program

Program Designed For: Pets of all ages.

Includes: Detailed assessment of diet history, evaluation of current weight and girth measurements, and progress monitoring through objective measures.

Outcome: A detailed weight loss/optimization plan tailored to your pet's lifestyle and dietary needs.

  • Improved physical conditioning and overall health
  • Enhanced activity levels and well-being to reduce anxiety/fear
  • Maintenance of fitness routines while you’re away
  • Prevention of health issues through regular exercise and engagement
  • Gain skills and tools to help you feel confident navigating your pet's dietary needs and weight loss barriers.
  • Access to a supportive community where encouragement and empathy contribute to a more sustainable path to success in weight loss.
  • Regular monitoring to track your pet’s progress

For more information, call us at 630-627-7090, email us at [email protected], or book an appointment online today!