Chronic paralysis is mostly caused by mechanical injury, lumbar intervertebral disc lesions leading to chronic myelitis or neuritis. If treatment is delayed, walking will become increasingly difficult and eventually result in paralysis. With proper rest, timely treatment, and appropriate exercise, the dog can gradually recover.
Cause Investigation
- Trauma
- Long-term calcium deficiency
- Consequences of delayed diagnosis and treatment of genetic and other skeletal problems
Solutions
- Conduct X-ray examination, neurological examination, and even myelography. If paralysis is caused by spinal cord compression, surgical treatment may be required.
- Ensure adequate rest. Massaging the dog’s hind limbs daily is beneficial for recovery. You can also apply hot compresses to the hind legs every day to promote blood circulation and accelerate healing.
- Arrange appropriate exercise. You can perform manual rehabilitation exercises to prevent muscle atrophy due to long-term inactivity (disuse atrophy).
Prevention Measures
- Once trauma or discomfort in the limbs occurs, take the dog to the hospital for examination immediately to avoid delaying the condition.
- Pay attention to calcium supplementation in daily life.
Special Reminder
Do not be in a hurry during the recovery process. At first, the dog may be unsteady when walking, but it will get better after walking a few more steps. Allow it to recover gradually.