La eficacia del uso de terapias físicas para el tratamiento del dolor en enfermedades crónicas. Reporte de casos clínicos

Abstract

Physiotherapy has emerged as an essential discipline in both human and veterinary medicine, playing a crucial role in the recovery of patients with osteomuscular and neuromuscular pathologies. In animals, particularly canines, equines, and felines, frequent injuries such as joint fractures, myopathies, and tendon disorders have led to the development of specific therapeutic strategies. These include pain management, functional restoration, and reintegration into daily activities. Over the last decade, veterinary physiotherapy has gained greater relevance, integrating interventions such as physical agents, therapeutic exercises, and manual therapy. As a result, its effectiveness has been widely recognized in both clinical and research settings, establishing it as a fundamental tool for improving animal welfare. From injury rehabilitation to promoting optimal mobility, animal physiotherapy combines knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology, biomechanics, and ethology to ensure the overall well-being of animals. The following article is a report on three clinical cases obtained during the Professional Practice Orientation (OPP) program for the Veterinary Medicine program. These three canine patients, after presenting with osteoarthritis and musculoskeletal pathologies, underwent physical therapy with magnetic fields, ultrasound, and phototherapy to promote recovery.