The antibody titre test is a blood test to detect the presence of autoantibodies against the acetylcholine receptors. These antibodies are thought to be present in around 98% of dogs with myasthenia...
Osteotomy techniques such as the TPLO are performed with the goal of altering the joint biomechanics in order to stabilise the stifle joint. Radiographs are performed prior to surgery, and patients...
Given the prominent presentation of cruciate disease, it should be considered in every patient presented for investigation of hind limb lameness (Millis and Levine, 2014). Affected patients may...
A questionnaire was used to investigate how physiotherapists involved with the treatment and training of horses measure progress and outcomes during rehabilitation. Snowball sampling was used to...
The goals of rehabilitating a patient with hip dysplasia include:.
Polyradiculoneuritis is the most common peripheral neuropathy in dogs (Cuddon, 2002) and is described as the equivalent of Guillian-Barre Syndrome in humans (Northington et al, 1981). The exact...
As every patient is unique the nursing care should also be unique for that patient. It is important to take a holistic approach when prescribing nursing care. While two patients may have the same...
Neurological examination revealed paraparesis with very weak lower motor neuron function demonstrated by delayed proprioception in the hindlimbs. The patient was deep pain (DP) positive and spinal...
The initial cause of OA can be difficult to determine as there may be a number of factors contributing to the development and progression of the condition. Johnston (1997) summarises the causes of...
The primary function and ability of the lung is to enable gaseous exchange, allowing air distribution within the lobes to match the perfusion of the body's tissues (Schilero et al, 2009). Altering...
Any patient that has limited use of one or more limbs will have the potential to suffer the detrimental effects of disuse, and would be suitable candidates for the application of effleurage and PROM...
The patient was presented to the surgery after being involved in a road traffic accident that had resulted in severe pelvic trauma. The patient has been missing for 24 hours..
Dogs with OA commonly present with abnormal gait, lameness, pain in affected joints, crepitus in extension or flexion of joints, exercise intolerance, muscle atrophy, and stiffness..
The aims of rehabilitation following orthopaedic surgery are to accelerate recovery and return to function by reducing pain, swelling and inflammation, improving joint range of motion (ROM) and muscle...