Can shockwave therapy help canine back pain?April 1, 2021Dogs with chronic lower back pain may soon see relief, thanks to a noninvasive treatment method currently being tested at The Ohio State University (OSU).
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Six key strategies to revamp your pain management protocolsMarch 16, 2021Despite the invasiveness of surgery, it is possible that we can have patients recover smoothly, quietly, and comfortably.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveTreating canine osteoarthritis without opioidsMarch 4, 2021There is no reason to mask dogs’ arthritis pain with drugs. There are several techniques available to veterinarians that not only safely and effectively treat osteoarthritis pain, they can address its root cause: inflamed and damaged joints.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveBenefits of using the Feline Grimace ScaleFebruary 25, 2021The availability of new pain scoring systems, the Feline Grimace Scale, and novel analgesic drugs and techniques allows the constant improvement of feline pain management.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveRewire fixed ideas to ease personal torment over euthanasiaDecember 3, 2020Learn tips to focus your mindset on the positive aspects of euthanasia to boost your well-being.
Teaching owners about pain in pets: A technician's guideSeptember 25, 2020The treatment of pain in pets does not start and end at the veterinary clinic; owners are critical players in the long-term analgesic plan for our patients.
Animal Pain Awareness Month kicks offSeptember 2, 2020Animals are good at hiding pain, which is why it’s important for veterinarians to educate clients on tell-tale signs that all is not well with their pet.
Chronic pain in dogs: The gift that keeps on givingAugust 28, 2020Pain in animals is what we (humans) say it is. There is tremendous variability among both patients and observers.
Animal pain council bolstered with partnershipAugust 10, 2020Zoetis has joined forces with the World Small Animal Veterinary Association (WSAVA) to support its Global Pain Council (GPC), a specialist group of veterinarians with expertise in companion animal pain management.
Managing canine osteoarthritis in all stages and agesJune 2, 2020Evidence shows the most predictably successful method to managing OA in dogs is a proactive approach emphasizing prevention.
