Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists (GCVS)

Conditions We Treat

We provide expert physical rehabilitation for pets recovering from surgeries or managing a wide variety of medical conditions. Our tailored approach addresses each pet’s unique needs to improve mobility, alleviate pain, and restore quality of life.

Most Commonly Treated Conditions:

• Orthopedic Conditions: Hip dysplasia, tendon injuries, muscle strains, and fractures

• Joint Disorders: Osteoarthritis (OA) and degenerative joint disease (DJD)

• Pre- and Post-Surgical Rehabilitation: Recovery from TPLO, FHO, MPL repairs, and more.

• Neurologic Disorders: Intervertebral disc disease (IVDD), degenerative myelopathy (DM), Wobbler syndrome, and vestibular disease.

• Weight Management: Supporting healthy weight loss for improved mobility and overall well-being

• Pain Management: Targeted therapies to alleviate chronic and acute pain

• Working & Athletic Dogs: Evaluations to enhance performance, recovery, and long-term health

• General Maintenance: For pets requiring ongoing care to maintain mobility and strength

Our Rehabilitation Services Include:

• Braces: Custom orthotics made for knee (stifle), ankle (tarsus/hock), elbow, and wrist area (carpal)

• Underwater Treadmill Therapy: Improves muscle strength, gait, and helps to channel pent-up energy/improve behavior

• Cold Laser Therapy: Promotes cellular regeneration and reduces pain, swelling, and inflammation

• Therapeutic Exercises: Improves muscle strength, weight-bearing ability, range of motion, and neurological response.

• Chiropractic Therapy: Restores joint mobility and decreases stiffness, tension, and pain

• Massage Therapy: Provides pain relief, improves mobility, promotes lymphatic drainage, and helps calm and build trust in animals with behavior issues

• Shockwave Therapy: Decreases pain and enhances the healing process