Patellar luxation is a common orthopedic condition affecting dogs, particularly small breeds. As veterinary rehabilitation therapists, we often encounter dogs with varying degrees of patellar instability, whether as a primary diagnosis or as a comorbidity....
In episode 147 of the Vet Veterinary Rehabilitation Podcast, Megan discusses digit injuries in canines with Dr Jennifer Brown. Here are the highlights: What are the common ways in which digits are injured? There is a difference between sporting dogs and pet...
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.
I recently had the opportunity to attend an equine medical kinesiotape certification course hosted by Gilvarry Equine Rehab and Spa and Vetkin Equine tape. It was amazing to spend four days with a group of individuals passionate about learning, and to extend my...
Does your home promote your dog’s healing and health? Or does it perhaps predispose your dog to further injury, or delay their healing from injury? Let’s discuss the simple adaptations you can make to your home to help your dog heal and live their best, pain-free...
Acupressure is a simple technique that can be used effectively to reduce pain, calm an anxious dog, treat a variety of conditions, and improve the bond between animal and owner. It is easy to learn, and very well tolerated by pets – sometimes more so than massage or...
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...
As new graduates with little clinical experience, many of us start off with the view that cruciate ligament ruptures can be conservatively managed, and that surgery is only necessary in some cases. Once we’ve been in the field awhile, the pendulum swings and we tend...
Intervertebral disc disease (IVDD) is a condition that affects your dog’s spine. The intervertebral disc herniates into the spinal canal, either slowly as a result of degeneration of the disc material over time, or suddenly as a result of a traumatic event. ...