POST- SURGICAL CONTROLLED EXERCISE PROGRAM

1 -4 WEEKS

  • Box rest
  • Reduce hard feed component of diet
  • Bandages and anti-inflammatory medication as prescribed

5 – 6 WEEKS

  • Box rest or small yard
  • Hand walk 15 minutes daily, straight lines on a firm surface

7 – 8 WEEKS

  • Box rest or small yard
  • Hand walk 30 minutes daily, straight lines on a firm surface

9 – 16 WEEKS

  • Yard/small paddock
  • Rest or continue walking program 30 minutes daily, can be ridden at walk
  • Straight lines and firm surface

16+ WEEKS

  • Gradually increase exercise level to full training