Murphy

Murphy Mather - Physiotherapy 28/08/23 Murphy was referred due to arthritis and losing mobility. He is a 13 year old Springer spaniel who has a history of working and now is retired. Murphy cranially loads and does have increased weight bearing on both forelimbs. His sit posture usually shows the left hindlimb as abducted and there can be difficulty rising. There are several small growths over Murphys back and limbs which required care when palpating and at present will monitor for changes. Right forelimb has reduced protraction, mild reluctance when manipulating elbow and shoulder into flexion. Left forelimb had some mild reluctance to flex the elbow. Left hindlimb was showing some coxofemoral instability in stance, the stifle showed crepitus and audible pop on movement. Range of motion of this stifle is reduced near end range. Right tarsal joint has limited degrees of flexion and extension with some thickening. Owner currently giving Pardale, Yumove, Librella, Laser. Points of note     Recommend asking Veterinarian regarding having a stock of Pardale or medication to manage flare-ups with the start of physiotherapy Recommend asking Veterinarian about dosage for any flare-ups on Pardale Advise runners for high traffic areas Advise raised feed bowls Exercises horsestohoundsphysio@gmail.com www.horsestohoundsphysio.co.uk 07729002162 horsestohoundsphysio@gmail.com www.horsestohoundsphysio.co.uk 07729002162