Busby

Busby- Physiotherapy Notes – 26/8/25 Busby was seen for his follow up appointment. He is alert and ambulatory. Some ataxia remains. Gait: Busby has a good rhythmical gait with good foot placement – his ground clearance is limited in the hindlimbs and especially the left hindlimb. Internal foot placement external rotation of the tarsus is present mainly on the right hindlimb. Posture: Cranially loading and more onto the right hindlimb too. Able to stand unassisted and walk around the room well and unaided. Sit posture is good. Palpation: Spinal epaxials tender lumbar region showing trigger points, resolved with manual therapy and Laser. Caudal boarder latissimus dorsi reactive, but resolved –improved from initial visit. Knuckling test shows delay over 3 seconds bilaterally. Restrictions present bilateral triceps and forelimb protraction – more so left forelimb. Aim: Improve overall balance, muscle strength and protect the opposing limbs. horsestohoundsphysio@gmail.com www.horsestohoundsphysio.co.uk 07729002162 horsestohoundsphysio@gmail.com www.horsestohoundsphysio.co.uk 07729002162 horsestohoundsphysio@gmail.com www.horsestohoundsphysio.co.uk 07729002162 horsestohoundsphysio@gmail.com www.horsestohoundsphysio.co.uk 07729002162