Understanding joint classification is fundamental for anyone working in veterinary rehabilitation, yet it often feels unnecessarily complex. From movement types to structural variations and obscure categories, the terminology can get tangled—especially when applying...
Fractures are a common orthopedic injury in veterinary medicine, affecting both canine and equine patients. As rehabilitation therapists, understanding the physiology of fracture healing, stabilization techniques, and the role of physiotherapy is critical for...
Arthritis is one of the most common causes of lameness and discomfort in horses and dogs. Whether it's a seasoned polo pony showing signs of stiffness or an active dog slowing down on walks, arthritis is a diagnosis every Vetrehabber encounters. But what...
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...
Arthritis, whether it creeps in slowly or follows a traumatic event, is one of the leading causes of lameness and reduced performance in both horses and dogs. As veterinary rehabilitation professionals, we see firsthand how joint pain affects movement, behavior, and...
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...
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...