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Exercise for Dogs with Patella Luxation

2020/04/28 / Canine Therapeutics / Canine Fitness & Exercise

Exercise for Dogs with Patella Luxation

 

Unfortunately, there are so many dogs, especially small ones that live with a condition called Patella Luxation.

Often times it is hereditary, and it is also caused by trauma.

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The patella (knee) bone is attached to the patella ligament and should be positioned securely in the middle with the help of the groove in the femur (thigh bone).

 

Some dogs are born with a very shallow or no groove at all, which causes the patella to luxate either towards the center of the body (medial patella luxation – MPLs) or outward (lateral patella luxation – LPLs).

 

As long as the condition is mild (i.e., grade 1 or 2), you can help you dog to exercise and strengthen certain muscles so that the patella will not likely luxate as much.

 

Here is How!

 

Of course, this is not a substitute of veterinary treatment. Conditions vary and there are cases where a surgery is appropriate.  Please consult your veterinarian with any of your concern.

 

 

 

 

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Eri Suzaki, CCMT @ Canine Therapeutics

Eri Suzaki, CCMT – Canine Therapeutics

I've always wanted to do something related to animals but never knew what direction I wanted to go in. As I watched my dog Chuckie age, as well as struggling with my own arthritis, I finally got the answer to what I was looking for when I heard about canine massage. Since the beginning of Canine Therapeutics in 2010, I've had nothing but amazing experiences with each dog that I've worked with.

I look forward to meeting with you and making a positive difference in your dog's health!

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