Sneak Peek - Gait Analysis (物理治療小點滴-步態分析) Another sneak peek of what we do during our physiotherapy assessment. We often do gait analysis with our patients, which is looking at how the legs are working when they walk and move from different sides.
How To- Assisi Loop (How To 影片系列- Assisi Loop ) #HowTo series with our cutie pie,Gus, showing us how to use the Assisi Loop to help reduce inflammation at his arthritic wrist.
"K" - Kyphosis and lordosis which are curving of the spine Kyphosis is when the spine of an animal is hunched and may suggest pain in the spine or hips.
"I" - Inflammation (and pain) (炎症) Inflammation is the body’s natural response to injury. It’s crucial to the healing process but when it gets out of control, it stops being helpful and is painful.
Neuroplasticity- using physiotherapy to get Buddy’s brain and nerves working again (Chinese sub) We were able to retrain Buddy to first sit, then stand, then walk with support by focusing on normal joint range of motion and reinforcing normal movements along with neurological pathways and sequences.
"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.
"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.