Posture is simply the orientation of the body in space in response to both internal and external stimuli. Posture can optimise the function and performance of the musculoskeletal system, and performs a protective function either of the whole organism or of individual...
An Onlinepethealth webinar with Dr Kenneth Joubert got me thinking about Serotonin Syndrome. This is not something I am terribly familiar with, so I set out to find out why I know so little, and what I need to know! It seems that Serotonin Syndrome can occur as a...
In 2018, a group of clinicians and researchers published the FINFUN – the Finnish Neurological Function Testing Battery for Dogs. This testing battery allows us to be more objective in our neurological evaluations, providing an improved opportunity for communication...
According to Temple Grandin, Professor of Animal Science, consultant to the livestock industry and advocate for the humane treatment of animals, the absolute worst thing we can do to an animal is to cause it to feel fear. If you had to choose between fear and pain,...
Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy continues to be a subject of regular conversation, with new research articles published annually that are specific to the Veterinary Industry. In 2022, two systematic reviews were published – one specific to the Equine industry, and...
In recent years, the iliopsoas muscle complex has come under scrutiny as the veterinary community has begun to move away from the all-too-common ‘soft tissue injury’ diagnosis and focus on the specific identification and treatment of the anatomical origins of...
In the world of Hydrotherapy, the use of a flotation device is a controversial topic, one that should form the subject of some high-quality research and open discussion among professionals in the industry. There are various strong views on the use of floatation...
Whether we’re mobile or run a standard practice, exercise equipment forms a big part of what we do. It can be quite an investment; most of us get around the expense by starting small and adding pieces over time. So where do we start? What are the critical pieces...
One of the most common conditions we treat as hydrotherapists is obesity, which impacts the quality of life and is often a cause or exacerbating factor for a whole host of conditions, including osteoarthritis. We face challenges when presented with overweight...
I love people who are passionate about what they do. Dr Steve Wimberly from Westville Veterinary Hospital in Durban, South Africa is just that; his face lights up when he speaks about his cases. Over the last few years, I have interviewed Steve on a therapy he has...