International Internal Medicine Journal(IIMJ)

Department of Veterinary Medicine, University of Teramo, Italy

Publications

• Case Report   
  Advancing Physiatric Care with Laser Therapy and Hydrotherapy Integration in a Single Case Following Femoral Head and Neck Resection
  Author(s): Miriam Caramico* and Stefania De Dominicis
  
  Hip dysplasia is a prevalent hereditary condition affecting dogs and cats, characterized by inadequate de-velopment of the hip joint. This condition leads to pain due to capsular distension, microfractures, and joint incongruity in young animals, ultimately progressing to osteoarthritis in adult and elderly animals. The pursuit of pain relief and improved quality of life for individuals with osteoarthritis has been a focal point in several studies. In this context, veterinary physiotherapy has gained prominence in small animal practice, serving as both palliative care and a supportive modality in the clinical or post-surgical management of degenerative joint diseases. Laser therapy and hydrotherapy, recognized for their analgesic effects and capacity to promote muscle mass gain, have garnered attention for their potential efficacy in treating joint diseases. This study aims to evaluat.. Read More»
  

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