Articles and Videos
Sneak Peek- Gus (物理治療小點滴- Gus) Our sneak peek series gives you a look at some of our physiotherapy patients and what we do.
"H" - Harness (輔助帶) Harnesses are great for helping pets with their mobility- They allow us to more easily support and move the pet, whether it’s helping old dogs to stand more easily, or help your pet upstairs after surgery.
"G" - Goniometer (測角儀) We use goniometers to measure the joint range of motion- how much flexion and extension is possible.
"F" - Fitness (身體質素) Physiotherapy is all about Making pets fit for life. Returning a pet to fitness or introducing a pet to a new activity should be a step process to avoid injury.
"E" - Exercise Equipment (運動設備) We use equipment like the peanut and the stability disc. These pieces of equipment allow me to design exercise program for your pet.
"D" - Disc (椎間盤) The bony spine is to encase the spinal cord which caries messages from the brain to the body. The discs give it the mobility for the pet to move.
"C" - Compensatory problems (補償性問題) Compensatory issues are when we find other parts of your pet that are painful or uncomfortable but are not at the primary area that we know is sore.
"B" - Bones (骨骼) The bones make up the skeleton which give structure to your pet’s musculoskeletal system. Some bones are protective- like the skull bones and rib cage and others are for mobility, like the bones of the legs.
"A" - Assessment (評估) Assessment is the first step in physiotherapy. It includes analysing the pet’s ability and function when they stand, walk and sit.
All grip, no slip!! Non-slip toe grips give your dog traction to stop slipping on floors. RVN Irena chats about Dr Buzby’s Toe grips and how some traction with these grippy little suckers can change your senior, arthritic or special needs dog’s quality of life!
‘Puppy Power Pants’- Why I love the Help ‘Em Up harness! Dr Jane explains why a little support can go a long way in helping senior or recovering pets to improve their mobility and comfort.
