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
Bane, an 18-month-old Rottweiler, has faced a challenging medical history. This young dog was brought to Steve Denley, director at Balance Veterinary Care in Australia, by his owner Lynette. Concerned about behavioral issues potentially linked to pain, Lynette sought answers.
Connected tools are increasingly used to monitor the well-being and health of animals by collecting data and analyzing specific parameters. Rehabilitation and hydrotherapy are among the many disciplines where these tools can be applied. Paula Teal, director of the Squirrel
Diagnosis of Hip Dysplasia and Sacrum Malformation in Sport Dogs. How Can Tendiboots™ Canine Locomotion Data Be Useful in Diagnostic Research? From Sensation to Diagnosis February 2024 Example of a Use Case for the Tendiboots Canine Tool on a Female
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