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Have a pet
that had this surgery done?
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Make sure to
examine the incision at least twice a day. Look for swelling, bleeding
or other discharge from the surgery site. If you notice any of those
things, contact us as soon as possible.
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Remember to
return in 7-10 days for staple/suture removal. This marks a stage of
recovery with your pet and during that visit your doctor will discuss
passive range of motion therapy for the knee. Typically, this involves
flexing and extending the knee 10 times at two separate sessions each
day. Be careful with your pet, as this will be painful for them but it
is important for their recovery.
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When your
pet was discharged, they had a Fentanyl patch to help manage their pain.
This patch needs to stay on until five days after the surgery. At this
time, the oral pain medication can be given.
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Any
antibiotics prescribed are to decrease the potential for infection and
are important for the healthy of your pet. Be sure to give them as
directed.
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Restrict
your pet to short leash walks only for the next six weeks.
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Limping and
holding up the surgically corrected leg is normal for 2-3 weeks. A
gradual increase in the amount of weight carried by the leg is expected
at that time. Full return to use can be as long as 3-5 months.
Please contact
us with any questions or concerns. If your pet had this surgery done and is
not gradually improving, contact us as soon as possible.
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