It is not uncommon for canine healthcare professionals to encounter locomotor disorders with multifactorial origins: a history of injury, subtle joint issues, postural imbalances, or even muscular compensations invisible to the naked eye. So, how can we objectively evaluate the
This year, the World Championships for all mushing categories are taking place in Norway on the Femundløpet. This famous sled dog race is one of the most important and demanding mushing competitions in Europe. Here, we focus on the long-distance
Just like any athlete, both animals and humans can suffer injuries related to their activity.These injuries can range from mild to more serious. That’s 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 – 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
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
Clinical Case Presentation by Dr. Plinio Lidano (San Sepolcro Veterinary Clinic, Italy). Equipped with Tendiboots™ 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
Whether in amateur settings or high-level competition, sporting dogs are true athletes! Just like in human sports, an entire team works tirelessly to ensure these companion animals are in peak condition on the big day. Among these professionals are canine
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