Just like any athlete, both animals and humans can suffer injuries related to their activity.These injuries can range from mild to more serious. Thatās why proper preparation and preventive measures are essential for any canine sporting practice.The health and well-being
Alan Gardner is a specialist veterinary physiotherapist and director of SmartPaws Physiotherapy, based in the UK. With extensive experience in gait analysis, he has been a regular user of the Stance Analyzer and the Fitfurlife treadmill system. Always seeking innovative
Physiotherapy, also known as functional rehabilitation, is a discipline focused on locomotion. It is used in both human and veterinary medicine and plays a role in both the prevention and treatment of musculoskeletal disorders. Notably, physiotherapy is officially recognized by
One of the most commonly encountered joint diseases in dogs is osteoarthritis ā a progressive, irreversible degeneration of the joints that leads to pain, lameness, stiffness, and loss of mobility. While sporting dogs are more prone to this condition, all
The loss of a companion animal is a profound and challenging experience. Even after sharing a long life together, the inevitable moment of saying goodbye to our aging companions necessitates thoughtful preparation to approach it with serenity and dignity. The
In this blog article, Dr. Gudrun Werner shares the case of Shaki, a dog presenting subtle lameness in the right hind limb. Through this clinical case, discover how acupuncture, myofascial release, and nail maintenance instantly impact locomotion. Objective gait analysis
A common procedure among veterinarians specialized in orthopedics, this surgery has shown good results in restoring mobility and reducing pain in dogs suffering from a cranial cruciate ligament (CCL) rupture. This complex operation requires a strict post-operative rehabilitation period, as
Feared by rider-owners and well-known for experienced professionals, horse injuries during shoeing can, to some extent, be anticipated.Whether they are caused by equipment, the horseās sudden reactions, or human error, Pierre Martinuzzi shares his experience on the subject and provides
Clinical Case Presentation by Dr. Plinio Lidano (San Sepolcro Veterinary Clinic, Italy). Equipped with Tendibootsā¢ Canine, Dr. Lidano uses this technology to detect gait abnormalities in dogs and monitor their progress. Discover how this tool integrates into a multimodal approach
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