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Therapeutic exercise.

Debbie Gross Saunders1

  • 1Wizard of Paws Physical Rehabilitation for Animals, LLC, Colchester, CT 06415, USA. wizofpaws@aol.com

Clinical Techniques in Small Animal Practice
|January 18, 2008
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Therapeutic exercise is crucial for rehabilitation in both humans and animals, enhancing function and reducing disability. It encompasses various activities to restore movement, strength, balance, and overall wellness.

Area of Science:

  • Physical Therapy
  • Rehabilitation Medicine
  • Sports Medicine

Background:

  • Therapeutic exercise has been integral to physical therapy since the early 20th century.
  • It is fundamental for improving patient function, performance, and reducing disability.
  • Its application extends to both human and animal rehabilitation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the importance and scope of therapeutic exercise in rehabilitation.
  • To outline the diverse types of exercises and their specific goals.
  • To emphasize the role of therapeutic exercise in promoting health and wellness.

Main Methods:

  • Review of established physical therapy principles and practices.
  • Categorization of therapeutic exercises based on type (e.g., balance, strengthening).

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  • Analysis of the goals and outcomes associated with therapeutic exercise interventions.

    • Main Results:

    • Therapeutic exercise encompasses a wide range of activities including balance, strengthening, range of motion, endurance, and plyometrics.
    • Key goals include restoring movement, enhancing function and strength, improving gait and balance, and promoting health.
    • Specific exercises target strength, power, endurance, range of motion, pain reduction, and proprioception.

    Conclusions:

    • Therapeutic exercise is a cornerstone of comprehensive rehabilitation programs.
    • It is essential for restoring physical function, improving quality of life, and preventing further health issues.
    • The principles of therapeutic exercise are applicable across various patient populations, including animals.