Management of quadriceps contracture in a dog using a static flexion apparatus and physiotherapy.

Authors
Moores AP, Sutton A.
Date
2009 May
Journal
JSAP
Volume
50
Number
5
Pages
251-4

A four-month-old golden retriever developed quadriceps contracture following management of a comminuted femoral fracture with an intramedullary pin and cerclage wire. Management involved surgical release of the quadriceps, rigid stabilisation of the fracture, use of a static stifle flexion apparatus and postoperative physiotherapy. The dog returned to full activity with normal stifle function

Rehabilitation
Tendon and Ligament Injuries
Sport Medicine

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