A preliminary investigation into laterality differences of range of motion during flexion and extension of canine proximal limb joints
24/01/2023 by McTimoney Animal
in Dogs
A preliminary investigation into laterality differences of range of motion during flexion and extension of canine proximal limb joints
Research into musculoskeletal imbalance and laterality differences of limb joint range of motion (ROM) in canines is limited.
Bilateral ROM measures are important to consider in limb joint movement assessment and particularly for older dogs.
Oral presentation and winner of ‘Small animal podium presentation’ at International Association of Veterinary Rehabilitation and Physical Therapy (IAVRPT) conference 2022.
Highlights
- Bilateral joint range of motion of both fore and hind quarters are important considerations in joint movement assessment.
- Joints can show asymmetry in passive joint range of motion.
- Age (<6yrs vs >6yrs) had a significant effect on specific joint ROM measures.
Soper S., Charlton S., Hunnisett A.
Abstract
Poster
