Without evaluating your dog it is difficult to tell for certain. We have worked with a number of dogs that had severely impaired rear limbs and have helped them achieve greatly improved function. One poodle owner was told the dog would never walk again but with pool therapy and an owner willing to do a lot of work, the dog is walking and playing again. Sunny came to us with very advanced degenerative myelopathy.

Balance Rehabilitation our therapists are trained to help patients with a variety of neurological disorders including vascular disorders causing stroke or TIA (transient ischemic attack). Other neurological problems such as structural damage or trauma can also be treated by our highly qualified doctorate level therapists; these include brain, head or spinal cord injury. See similar questions...

Yes. Amalgam fillings are linked to neurological problems gastrointestinal problems sleep disturbances concentration problems memory disturbances restlessness bleeding gums and other mouth disorders. Ref: The statistical analysis 17500 system questionnaires (Tubing Norway) on Mercury from amalgam. Press conference in Jan 1997. See similar questions...

Get your dog to your veterinarian immediately!!! At that point, your veterinarian can assess your dog's condition and provide treatment or give you a referral to a clinic that specializes in treatment of this type of problem or to a veterinary teaching hospital in your area. The sooner the dog receives treatment, the better the outcome. See similar questions...

This is not an uncommon problem. It probably means that your dog has full or infected anal glands. These glands help dogs to mark their territory through scent. They usually empty themselves every time a dog defecates. They can become clogged, however, and unable to empty, and sometimes infection can develop. When this happens, your dog feels a constant, itchy pressure. It can be very uncomfortable.To get your dog relief, make an appointment with your veterinarian. See similar questions...

In addition to skin rejuvenation, infrared and near-infrared (NIR) light often helps with the temporary relief of minor muscle and joint pain; arthritis and muscle spasms; relieving stiffness; promoting relaxation of muscle tissue; and temporarily increasing local blood circulation. See similar questions...

Most dog owners would be surprised to learn that the great majority of dogs assumed to be "aggressive" are actually displaying confusion, learned reactiveness, or fearfulness. A formal program of focus-based behavioral modification and incremental obedience skills for these dogs and their owner can be of significant benefit in addressing and resolving these behaviors. See similar questions...

Title progress information is available for free in our Online Store. On the home page, highlight "Shop AKC". This will cause a drop down box to appear. One of the choices on the menu will be "Enter Store". Click on it. Click on "Log In" at the bottom of the screen. Sign in to your account (or create an account if you don't already have one). Once your are signed in you will have several options. Click on "Dog Reports". Click on "Awards Record". Find your dog under dog search. See similar questions...

Yes, many dogs attend and reach target weight when hydrotherapy is used in conjunction with a suitable diet. See similar questions...

Pure pumpkin in the can (not pumpkin pie filling) helps both loose stools and constipation. You can also reduce the RMBs and up the veggies a bit, or even add liver to the meal. Back to top of page If you're just starting to BARF your dog, the diarrhea may be brought on because of the normal detox process (cleansing out the toxins and impurities) OR because you may have added one too many things too quickly. Pure pumpkin, in the can (not pumpkin pie filling), will immediately halt the diarrhea. See similar questions...

Many of you may be familiar with Temporal Mandibular Joint (TMJ) problems but you may not be aware that these problems can cause undue stresses onto the bones of the skull. TMJ and bite alignment problems can sometimes cause the bones of the skull to move, thus affecting the craniosacral system. we discussed earlier, stress or movement on the skull bones can often be the cause of referred pain or reduced flexibility anywhere along the dural pathway. See similar questions...

First, therapy helps friends and family members understand the challenges facing those with chronic health issues. Second, given that it can be hard on them to deal with the demanding nature of a chronic illness and the strains it puts on them, therapy helps your loved ones understand the nature of your illness and how it affects you. It gives them coping skills and helps them develop realistic expectations for themselves. See similar questions...

Yes! Vision therapy can be an important part of the overall treatment of a child's learning problem. Vision and sensorimotor deficits can cause eyestrain, headaches, blurred or double vision, loss of place while reading, and difficulty maintaining attention on close work. Even intelligent, highly motivated children can be severely handicapped by these problems in the academic environment. See similar questions...

Drink plenty of water. Massage therapy helps flush out toxins from your tissues and water is needed to aid in this process and replace what you have lost. See similar questions...

ObesityCare.com is designed exactly for you. We walk you through the process of learning about yourself so that you can make informed choices about various weight loss surgery procedures. See similar questions...

Because this is a research project, we are unable to answer individual questions about treatment and symptoms. You can post questions to the NDB discussion bulletin board, however. You may also find that our website is a valuable source of information. See similar questions...

Focused motion exercises consisting of coordinated muscle conditioning and strengthening exercises and preventive stretching exercises before activity can keep motion balanced, reducing abnormal joint and muscle stress and strain. See similar questions...

Yes, Dinovite will help get rid of your dog's odor. Terrible dog odor is usually caused by yeast infections, bacterial infections or both together. A dog's good health all starts with a healthy digestive system. Dinovite actually contains beneficial bacteria that help create an environment in your dog's system that kills off the "bad bacteria". These beneficial bacteria work with Dinovite's other natural ingredients, to help your dog's digestive system become healthy. See similar questions...

There are no quick and easy answers for developing a therapy dog. Personality and demeanor are significant factors in the dog becoming a useful visiting therapy dog, and many dogs just do not have adequate interest in the job to be successful or useful. See similar questions...