Everhart Veterinary Medicine has a CCRP on staff! Learn what that means here.
Physical therapy has ancient origins, but the practice of physical therapy as we know it today started in the early 19th century. Animal physiotherapy (physical therapy for animals,) is a lesser-known service that is still vitally important for the good care of animals, including our pet dogs. What is a CCRP, and how can it benefit your pet in Baltimore, MD?
What Is a CCRP in Veterinary Terms?
A CCRP is a Canine Certified Rehabilitation Practitioner. A CCRP has undergone specialized training in canine rehabilitation, which improves the quality of life for canines who have sustained an injury, surgery, or medical condition affecting its muscles, joints, neurological system, etc. A Canine Certified Rehabilitation Practitioner has the in-depth knowledge and proven expertise to help patients with the following:
- Pain management
- Mobility
- Strength
- Quality of life
The Value of Canine Rehabilitation
Pets can suffer from torn muscles, arthritis, neurological conditions, and many other conditions that make it hard to recover mobility, strength, and the full, physical ability to enjoy life. Just like how human beings benefit from physical therapy to recover from various conditions, so can our beloved pets from canine rehabilitation.
Without this specialty practice, animals can suffer from constant pain, a significant loss of muscle mass and strength, and stiffness of the limbs. Canine rehabilitation involves various methods like hydrotherapy, electrical stimulation, laser therapy, and therapeutic ultrasound. While perhaps a lesser-known veterinary practice, canine rehabilitation is a humane way of caring for pets who need the service.
Dr. Stephanie Menefee: Our CCRP on Staff
Knowing how to carry out canine physiotherapy in a way that heals rather than harms takes years of education and practice. A CCRP is a valuable member of any veterinary team. At Everhart Veterinary Medicine in the Baltimore area, we are grateful to have Dr. Stephanie Menefee, a CCRP, as the leader of our Canine Physical Rehabilitation Center, which has an underwater treadmill. Her expertise in canine anatomy, physiology, and biomechanics is vital to assessing each patient’s needs and carrying out effective treatment. We mainly serve patients dealing with post-surgery recovery, obesity, arthritis, and neurological conditions. You can be confident in Everhart Veterinary Medicine to help your pet with Dr. Menefee on our staff.
Trust the Care of Your Pet to the Professionals at Everhart Veterinary Medicine!
At Everhart Veterinary Medicine, our veterinary professionals strive to provide your pet with the very best of veterinary care. We believe that the best care for your pet should be provided by experienced, compassionate, and knowledgeable veterinary professionals. With three Maryland locations in Baltimore, Pasadena, and Cross Keys, we are always ready to welcome your pet as a new patient! Give us a call today at 410-355-3131, 410-793-7670, or 443-470-6790! For more information, as well as updates on veterinary news and topics, visit us on Facebook, Twitter, or LinkedIn!