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Success Story: Cinnamon the Labradoodle
Meet Cinnamon, a spirited 12-year-old Labradoodle who came to us in January 2021 with mobility challenges. By the time she was five, Cinnamon had been diagnosed with bilateral hip dysplasia, and she had already undergone a total hip replacement on her right side. Unfortunately, complications from the surgery led to a subsequent limb amputation due to a pathological fracture, leaving her with some lingering mobility issues.
Despite being on pain management with NSAIDs and gabapentin, Cinnamon continued to struggle with discomfort and required a rear support cart to help her get around. Her owner was determined to improve her quality of life, so they sought our help.
To address Cinnamon’s needs, we implemented a comprehensive treatment plan that included weekly to bi-weekly acupuncture and rehabilitation sessions aimed at relieving pain and enhancing mobility. Additionally, we introduced at-home treatments, such as the Assisi Loop product, for extra support.
Remarkably, after just two sessions, Cinnamon’s comfort levels improved significantly. By the seventh session, her mobility showed improvement, and her stability increased. She was also showing a brighter demeanor—no longer growling when her owner approached her. During a routine check-up at the eighth session, we noticed some occasional buckling of her left rear limb. Radiographs revealed moderate osteoarthrosis but no significant discomfort. Since her owner opted against further surgery, we recommended a custom orthotic brace for additional support.
By June 2021, Cinnamon was fitted with her stifle brace, and by August, her owner reported that she was using it more often and no longer needed the wheelchair. Fast forward to January 2024, and Cinnamon is thriving! Her owner is incredibly grateful for the improvements and the enhanced quality of life that Cinnamon now enjoys.
Cinnamon’s journey, which you can view below, is a testament to the power of dedicated care and innovative treatment options. If your pet is facing similar challenges, we’re here to help explore the best options for their comfort and well-being!
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Meet Cinnamon! After a challenging recovery from surgery that led to limb amputation, she’s working hard in her recovery journey, addressing challenges with posture and mobility. Here, you can see her rear ‘C’ shape and hunch, signs we’re targeting to help her regain comfort and strength.
In this first video, you can see her posture and body conformation issues, with a slight hunch near her rear, but she’s ready to start her journey toward improved comfort and movement.
Check out Cinnamon’s progress! With a new brace and consistent rehabilitation, she’s showing a straighter back, better posture, and improved stamina. We’re thrilled to see her growing stronger each session!”
With her new custom knee brace, here Cinnamon is showing off a straighter topline and improved posture. We’re so proud of her journey.
Here’s Cinnamon showing off her progress! Watch how her posture has improved in comparison to the first video. Notice the reduced hunch and better alignment—she’s moving with more comfort and stability!
Here’s Cinnamon showing off her progress! Watch how her posture has improved in comparison to the first video. Notice the reduced hunch and better alignment—she’s moving with more comfort and stability!
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