With the 2025 Vet Rehab Summit fast approaching, we continue our exploration into the science of motor learning. This time with a theory that speaks directly to how we already strive to work: with compassion, clarity, and purpose. Welcome to the OPTIMAL Theory of...
There’s something deeply frustrating about watching a brilliant rehab plan fall apart in the hands of a motivated client. They want to help.They try to help.But somewhere between our instructions, their interpretation, and the dog’s performance… things go sideways. In...
As puppies grow and develop, we want to ensure that we stimulate their minds and bodies at the appropriate times, and in the appropriate amounts, to ensure optimal development and adult performance. We also want to minimise the risk of injury and the development of degenerative orthopaedic conditions in the growing or adult dog.
Neurological deficiencies or pathologies can lead to a significant reduction in control of mobility in dogs, which can have far reaching detrimental effects. Wiggleless back braces can be used to support, stabilise and encourage appropriate movement or mobility in dogs with spinal pathology, such as intervertebral disk disease or degenerative myelopathy.
Supraspinatus and biceps tendinopathies are pathologies of the tendons of the shoulder in dogs. They usually occur in active, large dogs as chronic injuries.
How often have you assessed a lame patient with minimal radiographic change, or seen severe pathology on imaging with little to no clinical signs? This mismatch between the “picture” and the patient is one of the most frustrating, yet fascinating, aspects of joint...
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...
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