GINGI - DAY 2 - REHAB SESSION 4 days after FHO (21 Dec 2025)

Описание: This video documents Day 2 of rehabilitation following Femoral Head Ostectomy (FHO) surgery.

At this point:

Gingi has not eaten well

He remains weak and distressed

He resists walking despite pain relief

The cone (required to protect the surgical site) increases anxiety and disorientation

Rehabilitation instructions remain:
👉 10 minutes of walking, twice daily

AS SHOWN IN THIS FOOTAGE:

Gingy repeatedly avoids movement

He attempts to run back indoors

He shows signs of fear rather than confidence

The operated limb intermittently gives way

THIS HIGHLIGHTS THE CRITICAL REALITY OF "FHO":

If adequate movement cannot be achieved, stiffness and long-term functional limitation may occur.

THIS SITUATION IS DEEPLY DISTRESSING PARTICULARY BECAUSE:

Joint-preserving surgery was originally preferred

Earlier imaging could have allowed alternative options

Rehabilitation requirements now exceed what this individual cat can realistically tolerate

THESE VIDEOS ARE SHARED TO:

Document the lived experience of FHO rehabilitation

Encourage informed decision-making

Highlight the importance of timely reassessment after closed reduction in cats

Total veterinary costs to date exceed $12,000 since injury occured on the 14 November. No-one should have to pay that much for a dislocated hip!!