Pang Pang, American Toy Terrier with Patellar Dislocation and Ataxia

MLS® Laser Therapy Case Study

Pang Pang, American Toy Terrier with Patella Dislocation and Ataxia

Species: Canine

Breed: American Toy Terrier

Gender: Spayed Female

Age: 14 years old

Clinical Case

Vestibular syndrome and IVDD of the lumbar spine.

Hind limb weakness for about 10 days, administered Antinol

X-Ray Examination

  • Spondylarthrosis in L1-L3 L4-L5 
  • Reduction of SIV in L1-L2 L4-L5
  • Knee osteoarthritis

Clinical Examination

  • Ataxia in the hind limbs
  • Kyphosis
  • Normal sensitivity and proprioception
  • Severe muscular hypomyotrophy of the thigh
  • Bilateral medial patellar dislocation grade 4

Laser Acupuncture Protocol

Acupuncture Points BL23 BL40 BL54 BL60 LIV3 GB34 ST35a ST35b ST36 GV4 Hua-to-jia-ji(L1-L5) Bai-hui
Frequency Nogier A (292 Hz)
Intensity 1%
Duration 6 seconds/point
Energy Dosage / Point 0.41J (3.26J/cm²)

Results

  • The patient was able to walk for longer and with better stability after the first treatment
  • Traditional Chinese medicine and nutraceutical products were combined
  • The patient then continued with a maintenance program (two treatments per week)

Courtesy of Doctor Po Wei Pi – Affinity Veterinary Center – Taichung, Taiwan

 

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