In this section we will explain rehabilitation and physiotherapy techniques to treat dogs with lameness and paralysis problems.
EXTRACORPOREAL SHOCK WAVES:
Treatment of muscle, tendon and joint injuries in dogs.
Shock waves are acoustic waves of various frequencies that create an intense acoustic field
that travels through soft tissue to reach the target area.
Its mechanism of action:
Induction of cytokines such as TGF,
Induction of nitric oxide synthase and, therefore, bone healing
Increased osteoblastic activity.
Stimulation of nociceptors, which in turn inhibit afferent pain signals, therefore decreasing pain
Stimulation of neovascularization and growth factors.
Reduction of inflammation/swelling
Realignment of tendon fibers, important for the recovery of ligament and tendon injuries.
It improves wound healing.
