VPN Plus+ ExclusiveNew approach to old petsJune 26, 2026The older arthritic pet may have a bad day or two, which necessitates a few doses of an NSAID to make the day more comfortable. In many cases, these types of disorders can be easily managed with natural therapies. This reduces the cost of medications, follow-up testing, and the risk of harm to body organs and systems that may occur with chronic drug use.
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A look at some easy-to-add rehabilitation tools for your clinicJune 12, 2026Incorporating physical rehabilitation into primary care practice provides an important strategy to expand services, enhance job satisfaction, and add value for clients and patients.
Cats, cannabinoids, and regulatory confusionMay 28, 2026Many veterinarians across North America fear professional or legal repercussions if they recommend or even discuss cannabis with their clients. Let's look at what we know about their safety and regulation.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveGo from a 'general practice' to 'go-to practice' with unique offeringsMay 14, 2026We’ve also seen a shift in the type of applicants we attract. Candidates who are passionate about specific areas; whether they are rehabilitation, acupuncture, or advanced anesthesia, are drawn to practices where they can explore those interests. They seek out our hospital directly from school or after working in other clinics and feeling that day-to-day grind burnout.
Integrating acupuncture into elephant medicineApril 8, 2026Check out the story of Bani, a wild elephant calf that suffered from a lumbosacral injury after a train collision, and how electro-acupuncture helped it through recovery.
Rehab first for patellar luxationMarch 25, 2026In this author’s opinion, veterinary medicine, especially as taught in many veterinary colleges, contains an intrinsic bias toward surgery. It may, therefore, be inconceivable to some veterinarians that non-surgical treatment could be successful, scientific, or in any way superior to surgical techniques.
Kinesiology taping–does it work? If so, how?January 20, 2026One of the approaches currently gaining traction is kinesiology taping (KT), a hard-to-miss technique for humans and animals, with its bold colors and intriguing patterns. Learn more about this non-invasive modality and how it can help you deliver care.
To fix pain, don't forget the fasciaNovember 11, 2025"Fascia is not just a biologic plastic wrap that keeps our muscles and viscera in their places, nor is it tantamount to inert packing material. Instead, it offers clinically meaningful means of protection from impacts and overuse, distributing mechanical forces to reduce harm when moving and falling."
Extracorporeal shockwave therapy: What is it and why should I care?August 24, 2025In her recent column, Dr. Narda G. Robinson shares how extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT) can help your patients in recovering from orthopedic issues, general musculoskeletal problems, and neurologic diagnoses.
Is acupuncture effective for IBD?June 18, 2025Current therapies for IBD often fall short—explore how a novel treatment option can help you deliver better care.
