01/10/2025
Collaboration with acupuncture (and chiropractic) and a good rehabilitation program can be so beneficial. River was an interesting case that Dr. Butler assisted with by treating with electro-acupuncture, assisted with tailoring his rehab plan, and helped to monitor his improvement.
Boston Whiskey River, affectionately known as River, underwent rehabilitation at our facility for a suprascapular nerve injury, typically referred to as a Sweeney Shoulder.
At the outset of his treatment, River exhibited marked atrophy of the supraspinatus and infraspinatus muscles, a direct result of the nerve damage.
In addressing nerve damage, such as River's case, it is crucial to acknowledge that the nerve healing process can be protracted. Consequently, while the muscles enveloping the shoulder may not regain their normal function, our objective was to improve shoulder joint stability and encourage some degree of muscle growth.
By maintaining close communication with River's owner and veterinary team, we created a personalized rehabilitation protocol tailored to River's specific requirements, focusing on the restoration of his shoulder and overall health.
Following a five-and-half month stay at our facility, River achieved significant improvement, progressing from 40% to 80% shoulder stability, accompanied by noticeable muscle growth, and was cleared to return home!
🌊 Aquatic Treadmill Sessions
🧲 PEMF Therapy
👐🏼 Massage Therapy
⚡️ Electro-Acupuncture
🕶️ Laser Therapy
👋🏼 Hand Walking
We would like to express our sincere appreciation to River's owner and veterinary team for their invaluable assistance and cooperation throughout his rehabilitation process.
📽️ * Stay tuned for a look into River’s rehabilitation process * 📽️
Gina DeMuro Zeafla - Thank you for trusting and allowing me to help River along his rehabilitation journey!
Hudson Aquatic Systems, LLC.
Windy Ridge Veterinary Services
Bluegrass Professional Equine Therapy
Circle P Wellness & Therapy
Hagyard Equine Medical Institute
