Posted by steffi on September 01, 1998 at 19:30:15:

In Reply to: Re: Advise on Slipped Disk posted by Mary Ellen on July 14, 1998 at 17:52:08:

> >Donna...
> I have 2 Pekingese-both had back problems; one recovered; one had enzymatic disc fusion.
> The best thing to do is keep the dog CONFINED in a baby pen for one week + Prednisone which alleviates the swelling.
> Also...I had acupuncture performed which was successful on one of my dogs. If the disc is herniated, acupuncture is
> not successful. And, by all means, NEVER let the Peke climb stairs of any kind; nor jump up/down on beds, furniture, etc.