SMALL ANIMAL MEDICAL NURSING

EXERCISE...

moderate exercise is an essential part of the general care of the animal patient . exercise should take place in a secure ,controlled and safe envi-ronment so that injury or loss of the animal does not occur. contraindixations to exercise include many , but not all, respiratory ,cardiovascular and muscloskeletal problems. the decision whether to restrict exercise or not should be made follow -ing consultation with the attending veterinarian . moderate exercise can be considered the simplest and most basic from of physical therapy and can be a useful means of reducing peripheral edema and improving muscle tone and strenght
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