How long will my dog limp after TPLO?
Your dog should be placing some weight on the surgical leg (even just touching toes to the floor) within 7 days from the date of the surgery. Over the course of the next few weeks the degree of limping should decrease.
How long does it take for TPLO to heal?
The success rate of TPLO surgery is extremely high, with as many as 90-95% of dogs returning to near-normal function. Most dogs achieve about 95% of their normal limb function and return to their prior level of activity approximately 10-12 weeks post-TPLO surgery.
What should I expect from my Dog after TPLO?
1 At this time leash walks are advised. Your dog should walk on a short leash in the heel position. 2 Gradually increase the length of each walk but you may not advance past twice daily 20 minute walks until radiographs confirm healing. 3 Alternatively Underwater Treadmill Rehabilitation can be instituted once the incision is healed. …
When to start physiotherapy for TPLO after surgery?
This treatment helps to absorb some of the wound fluid and can be done as many times per day as possible (10 min per treatment). Physiotherapy ideally should begin 2-5 days after surgery. Please contact our physical therapy department, Canine Rehabilitation and Conditioning Group, at (303)762-7946 or www.crcg.com for further information.
What should you expect from a TPLO incision?
Incision care: The surgical incision should be inspected DAILY for any evidence of infection. Signs of infection include excessive redness, heat, swelling, pain, and/or any discharge (such as pus). Expect bruising at the incision and expect swelling that will move with gravity to the tarsus (ankle joint).
What should I do for pain after TPLO surgery?
Always give with food! Gabapentin – This is another form of pain medication that is good with nerve pain. Usually used in for pain directly after surgery Laser therapy – Physical therapy and holistic options for pain management. Antibiotics. Used to treat infection.
How long does it take for a TPLO to heal?
I would think that because of the large amount of cutting in the TPLOs, it’s possible that nerves could be nicked. Nerves take an average of 6 mos-1 year to heal if they are damaged, so if you are past that time, you may have something permanent or maybe even a different problem unrelated to surgery.
When did Loki have his second TPLO surgery?
Our now 12 year old Brittany, Loki, has had both knees fixed with TPLO surgery. His first surgery was 18 months ago and the second about 1 year ago. Recovery went well in both cases, though he managed to break his fibula both times.
How old is Hurley from the TPLO surgery?
Hurley is a 12 1/2 yo, 90lb boxer/lab mix. We are 10 days postop from his TPLO surgery done by a Neurosurgeon with excellent credentials.
When to take Scooby to the hospital for his TPLO surgery?
Scooby was not able to have food after midnight or anything to drink after 5 a.m. on the morning of his TPLO surgery. I checked him into the hospital around 7 a.m. so that they could take radiographs and complete his blood work in time for afternoon surgery.