The CPM gently bends the knee to aide in soft tissue mobility and to prevent scar. tissue from forming. CPMs are designed to help patients increase range of motion of. the operative joint, and by doing so decreasing pain and stiffness of the joint. CPMs. are used often in conjunction with physical therapy.
If your dog is hacking away or constantly making noises that make it sound like he's choking on something, he may have a case of kennel cough, or canine infectious tracheobronchitis. Although kennel cough can sound terrible, most of the time it is not a serious condition, and most dogs will recover without treatment.
If you're dog's hoarseness comes on suddenly, it may be due to a respiratory infection such as kennel cough. Respiratory infection usually is accompanied by coughing or labored breathing. If your dog isn't coughing, look in your dog's throat with a flashlight, noticing any areas of irritation or coating on the tissues.