Everyday accidents can have unexpected consequences on our pets’ mobility. Fortunately, the combination of targeted physiotherapy and electronic gait analysis now makes it possible to detect and monitor these issues in an objective and effective way. A perfect example comes
A must-attend event for veterinary professionals in the United Kingdom, the London Vet Show will take place on November 20–21, 2025, at ExCeL London. Meeting peers, sharing experiences with renowned experts, and discovering innovations that are transforming clinical practice —
We met with Dr. Hélène Fugier, a veterinarian specialized in physiotherapy and rehabilitation of companion animals. Along with her team of three veterinary assistants, she shared her feedback on using Tendiboots™ for neuropathy cases she encounters in her practice. The
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
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