Can ischaemic myelopathy be treated?
There is no specific treatment for ischaemic myelopathy but most dogs tend to recover within a few weeks provided they have retained the ability to feel pain in their feet. Good nursing care (physiotherapy, assisted walking, hydrotherapy, adequate bedding to prevent bed sores) is essential for the recovery of the animal. The recovery period may be long and require intensive nursing so can be quite expensive.
