Tasha

Tasha – Exercise Prescription 29/5/24 Tasha was seen 29/05/24 for her maintenance session. On gait assessment Tasha is moving more freely and no lameness was seen in her forelimbs. There is still visible and measured muscle mass difference in her hindlimbs. This will take another few months to increase with using the tailored exercises. Back pain and tension will be observed due to spondylosis diagnosis but was mild today. Right hindlimb hip extension was resisted and right hip flexors are shortened. Points Discussed Calendar –Keep up with the calendar, remember to be home by the time any scuffing of toes appears as this indicates fatigue. Kerbs – Use kerbs to watch for hindlegs stepping up and onto the kerb, is it the same foot each time ? does the natural rhythm of the walk change (get too fast or too slow?). Aim for 10x up and down kerbs. Weather –As we get damp or colder days, Tasha may struggle with the damp. Use the heat packs 10 minutes a day if you suspect stiffness. If there is an acute flare up or sudden limp/swelling or pain then cold compress is best. - [] [] [] []