Exercise physiology is the foundation of our therapeutic exercise programs. A comprehensive understanding of how our patients are impacted and how we can effectively implement scientific principles into our rehabilitation programs is essential. This week we revisit a...
The skeleton is a dynamic structure that undergoes continuous adaptation in response to mechanical forces. This adaptability is crucial for the performance and longevity of equine and canine athletes, as their bones must withstand significant mechanical stress during...
Radioactive Tin117m, or Synovetin, has been sparking conversations among veterinary professionals globally as a promising treatment for canine arthritis with exciting prospects. Earlier this year, we spoke to Dr Matt Brunke from VSC, who has been using this product on...
Although cupping therapy has been around for many centuries, it has not been used in the veterinary industry until recently, and has been slow to take hold and become widely used. Diana Landskron presented a fantastic webinar in the Onlinepethealth Equine Membership...
Nutrition and gut health can have a profound impact on the body’s ability to heal, and a body that is healing can cause stress and dysbiosis within the gut, leading to dysfunction and breakdowns in other areas and systems of the body. Over a four-week period, Lisa...
Arthrogenic muscle inhibition (AMI) occurs following a joint injury or orthopedic condition, and results in inhibited muscle function and activation. If left untreated, it can be a major limiting factor in the success of a rehabilitation programme.
There are some clients who truly challenge us as professionals and as people for various reasons. When they have an overly negative perception or unrealistic expectations of their animal’s diagnosis or outcome, it can set us up for an unsuccessful veterinary...
Canine joint pathologies like arthritis are incredibly common, and can lead to a life of daily pain for our dogs. This, in turn, leads to changes in movement patterns, muscle imbalances, and further joint pain. Luckily, there is a great deal that we can do for our...
This month, we celebrate 8 years of Onlinepethealth, of Vetrehabbers, and of an incredible global community. But who exactly are we? What is it that unites us, regardless of our background, level of training or location in the world? What is it that causes our many...
Blog By Ben Blecha, from Hero Bracing When it comes to Achilles ruptures, rehab and a return to function can be long, intense and sometimes very frustrating. An integral part of the rehabilitation and recovery of an injury to this tendon is the ability to stabilize it...