Post-traumatic rehabilitation of dogs after limb fractures with correction of vitamin and mineral metabolism

Abstract

The parameters of the level of calcium, phosphorus and vitamin D3 in the blood of injured dogs aged 6 to 8 months were studied. In all animals with limb fractures, the levels of Ca, P, and vitamin D3 are reduced, which led to bone fragility. We used a conservative method of treatment with the application of a plaster cast and medical treatment aimed at relieving inflammation, pain and formation of a callus. After removing the plaster cast, all the animals had joint stiffness, soreness, and partial muscle hypotrophy. A rehabilitation program was developed, which included: physical exercises, massage. This led to a rapid recovery of limb muscles and an increase in the volume of movements.