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

  1. A. P. Moores,
  2. A. Sutton

Article first published online: 29 APR 2009

DOI: 10.1111/j.1748-5827.2009.00726.x

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Journal of Small Animal Practice

Journal of Small Animal Practice

Volume 50, Issue 5, pages 251–254, May 2009

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Moores, A. P. and Sutton, A. (2009), Management of quadriceps contracture in a dog using a static flexion apparatus and physiotherapy. Journal of Small Animal Practice, 50: 251–254. doi: 10.1111/j.1748-5827.2009.00726.x

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  1. Anderson Sturgess Veterinary Specialists, Bunstead Barns, Poles Lane, Hursley, Winchester, Hampshire SO21 2LL *Suttons Physiotherapy, Harestock Stud, Kennel Lane, Littleton, Winchester, Hampshire SO22 6PT

Publication History

  1. Issue published online: 29 APR 2009
  2. Article first published online: 29 APR 2009
  3. Accepted: 10 December 2008

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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.

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