7 weeks post FHO...

[ladyjane]

I would honestly not spend any money on a pool if money is short. I would use whatever money I had for a second opinion.
I am not totally sure of the value of water therapy for a hind leg. I have seen the therapists use water for resistance on a treadmill.
But, bottom line, in my opinion you really need a good, board certified orthopedic vet to help you with a plan.

[fifeandshaffer]

im sorry your dog isnt doing well

[fifeandshaffer]

my fife had both his G4 lp done , then a few months later was diagnosed with legg perthes, his rehab for was much quicker for his knees than his hip. he was about 9 month old when he had his surgery so he wasnt that big, I looked for a place he could go for water therpy but they either didnt take dogs or he was way 2 small, it was Feb and in Nj it was way to cold for any outside pool to be open. I filled my bathtub with water for him no jets on and he did laps 20 one way and 20 the other, he started to like it after about 1 week, Could you try a tub or a tub at a friends if your tub isnt big enough? i know it really helped fife.

[Cooper2010]

I'm taking him back this week for another follow up and will ask for a referral for the second opinion. It does help to know that the atrophy isn't uncommon. I have a credit card that I can use if necessary. I, like many others, am trying to keep a business running in this economy, and I have two kids going into braces in three weeks. I'll make sure he gets the care he needs.

Thanks for your help.

[ladyjane]

Originally Posted by Cooper2010

I'm taking him back this week for another follow up and will ask for a referral for the second opinion. It does help to know that the atrophy isn't uncommon. I have a credit card that I can use if necessary. I, like many others, am trying to keep a business running in this economy, and I have two kids going into braces in three weeks. I'll make sure he gets the care he needs.

Thanks for your help.

Good luck! Even if all you get from the second opinion is reassurance, I think it will be worth it to you!
Please keep us posted on his progress!

[fifeandshaffer]

how is cooper doing?

[Cooper2010]

I'm sorry, I just saw this.

He's doing well. I didn't get a chance to take him in, my schedule and the vet's didn't mesh for last week. My husband had a lot of installs to do last week and when he's out I have to stay at the office. I'm out of town this week with the dog, so next week he will definately have his re-check.

He only has pain when you try to manipulate that leg. Otherwise, he's happy as a clam to run round on 3 legs half the time. He DOES use his leg, just not all the time like I'd hoped.

Thank you for asking.

[ladyjane]

They often DO limp for some time after the surgery. If he is using it at times, I am sure he will start using it more in time!