We are excited to announce our plans to launch a Rehabilitation Department here at Lombard Veterinary Hospital. Lead by Doctor Grace Ludwig, DPT, PT. Grace is a third-generation Lombard Veterinary Hospital family member who is a Doctor of Physical Therapy bringing her knowledge of movement and rehabilitation to LVH. She has worked in many different facets of the hospital throughout her life and is excited to promote animal health and wellness in this growing field within veterinary medicine. We want to empower the human-animal connection through paws-itive movement!
What is Rehabilitation?
The treatment of injury or illness through therapeutic interventions to reduce pain, restore function, and prevent long-term disability in animals.
Fear Free Approach
We honor and prioritize the emotional well-being of each animal, creating a nurturing environment where they feel safe and comfortable always, recognizing that reducing fear, anxiety, and stress is essential to every animal's recovery journey.
Professionalism
We hold the utmost respect for our clients and their veterinarians, fostering collaborative partnerships built on trust and open communication. We are intent listeners who care deeply about your pet's unique background and physical condition.
Commitment to Education
We are dedicated, lifelong learners who seek to gain continual knowledge of the latest advancements in our field to ensure the highest quality of care for your pet. We strive to be innovators and thought leaders within this growing field of veterinary medicine.
Health for All
We believe that movement is medicine. We see that by restoring your pet's function through rehabilitation, we can also help facilitate an improved quality of life for our clients and the greater community.
Benefits of Therapy
- Increase the speed and success of post-operative procedures
- Improve range of motion and joint mobility
- Build and maintain strength, balance, and endurance
- Treatment options for non-surgical patients
- Weight loss and conditioning
- Improve and prolong quality of life
Conditions Treated
LVH Rehab treats a variety of conditions including post-operative patients, orthopedic and neurologic conditions, osteoarthritis, and geriatric conditions. We will address specific issues such as Intervertebral Disc Disease and Fibrocartolaginous Embolisms, and degenerative conditions such as degenerative myelopathy, neuropathies, and ataxias. Our team will also cater to soft tissue injuries, muscle injuries, sprains, strains, and sports-related injuries. We will provide treatment for sports medicine needs such as conditioning, fitness, and obesity management.
Types of Services Offered
Our Pet Rehabilitation Department will be offering therapeutic massages, manual therapy, and mobilizations. Additionally, there will be therapeutic exercise programs, nutrition and weight loss programs, and fittings for assistive devices such as carts, braces, harnesses, and orthotics. Laser therapy home exercise programs, and client education will also be provided. Pulse electromagnetic field therapy, cryotherapy, and heat therapy are also available.
Rehab at Lombard Veterinary Hospital
We are excited to share that we will have a dedicated Rehabilitation room at the St. Charles Road location. We will be using a wide range of equipment such as KLIMB Platforms, Bosu balls, cones, and polls, plus Assisi Beds.