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Pain Management and Rehabilitation

May 22, 2018 by ivet360

River Canine Rehabilitation

Pets and people process and feel pain in much the same way. Most animals instinctively hide pain and weakness, so it’s important that families be aware of subtle signs of chronic pain and discomfort in their pet friends.

Some symptoms to look for include:

  • Heavy panting
  • Loss of appetite
  • Decreased activity—running, walking, playing
  • Stiffness after exercise
  • Reluctance to get up and greet you
  • Overgrooming or licking a particular area
  • Difficulty standing after lying down
  • Unprovoked aggression or irritability with other pets

In cats, lack of grooming, reluctance to jump up, litter box issues and increased vocalization can be indicators of chronic pain. At Hometown Veterinary Hospital, we take treating pain seriously and can offer several options to help pets feel better.

This may include
We are fortunate to have River Canine Rehabilitation within our hospital where Dr. Kara Amstutz, offers complete pain management for pets.  She will complete a full evaluation including lameness exam, pain localization, neurologic evaluation, and functional disabilities. After the exam, Dr. Kara will formulate a comprehensive plan to relieve your pet from pain and improve quality of life.

  • Weight loss and Nutritional Counseling
  • Photobiomodulation (Laser Therapy)
  • Therapeutic Ultrasound
  • Manual Therapy (joint mobilizations, soft tissue massage, etc)
  • Therapeutic Exercise
  • Biologic Medicine (Stem Cell and Platelet Rich Plasma) for dogs
  • Joint Injections for Osteoarthritis (shoulder, elbow, carpal, lumbosacral, hip, knee, tarsus)
  • Acupuncture/Dry needling – Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine
  • Myofascial Trigger Point Release
  • Joint Supplementation: Adequan, Movoflex
  • Herbals
  • Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Therapy – Assisi Loops and PEMF Bed
  • Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy
  • Oral pain medications specific to your pet’s condition, health status, and pain level.

Surgical Patients
The doctors and staff at Hometown Veterinary Clinic are focused on preventing and controlling pain for our surgical patients. Medications and treatments are given at numerous points prior to and during the procedure, which also helps to calm the pet and reduce anxiety. IV fluids are given at the time of anesthesia and a local anesthetic is used as well. Once surgery is complete, laser treatment is applied to the surgery site reducing swelling and pain.

Depending on the patient’s needs, some will continue fluids and pain medication during recovery and are sent home with several days’ supply of pain medications.

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About Us

Hometown Veterinary Hospital is owned by Springfield natives Dr. Kara (Chappell) Amstutz and Dwight Amstutz. Our practice has continuously grown since it’s beginning in 2002 with each advancement focused to better serve our clients and their pets. We focus on being very transparent with our clients as we team with you to provide unparalleled care of your pets. Our motto says it all..Hometown Veterinary Hospital, Where Medicine and Mercy Meet.

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Hours

Monday – Friday: 7am-5pm
Saturday – Sunday: Closed
Closed 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM Monday-Wednesday, and Friday for lunch.
Closed 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM on Thursday for staff training.

After Hours Emergency

Emergency Veterinary Clinic of SW Missouri
400 S Glenstone Ave, Springfield, MO 65802
417-890-1600

Contact

417-883-7297
hometownvet@gmail.com

Location

2215 W. Republic Road
Springfield, Missouri 65807

Directions

Take Kansas Expressway South to Republic Road, turn right (west), we are at the 1st stop light on the northwest corner of Cox and Republic Road.

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