29 Sep 2013
The next in the mobilization series - mobilization of the coxofemoral joint (aka the hip!)
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22 Sep 2013
Mobilization of the carpus (sorry... but I don't have actual carpal BONES)... so grab out your anatomy text book to look at bones as you follow along!!
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15 Sep 2013
Ever wonder what sorts of exercises you could prescribe for the dog that just doesn't seem to know where his rear end is? Try some of these!
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09 Sep 2013
The ONLY book on the subject of MARKETING in canine physio & rehab!
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08 Sep 2013
Your options for mobilization of the shoulder. glenohumeral.
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01 Sep 2013
Cruciate deficiency, extracapsular repairs, hamstrings, and some human rehab insight.
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25 Aug 2013
Your options for mobilization of the canine elbow.
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18 Aug 2013
Part 6 Business & Marketing. My own clinic confessions and what you can do when you need to make a change in how you do business!
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11 Aug 2013
Part 2... be aware of these red flags & concerns! Cushings. Diabetes. Renal failure. Idiopathic Geriatric vestibulitis. cancer.
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04 Aug 2013
These concerns & red flags are good for all rehab practitioners to be aware of when treating elderly dog... or any dogs for that matter. Perhaps this is a refresher - or maybe it is new information! Either way - we should all be aware!! Hypothyroidism. Laryngeal praralysis. GOLPP. Bladder infection. UTI. urinary tract infection. Anal sacs. Anal glands. infection.
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28 Jul 2013
As the title suggests... MANUAL assessment techniques for detecting elbow dysplasia. FCP. Fragmented coronoid process. UAP. United anconeal process. Step deformity. OCD. Osteochondrosis dissicans. Kissing lesion. Osteochondritis.
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21 Jul 2013
My very 'dumbed-down' version of splinting... and really, if I can do it, so can you. If anything more complicated than a minor brace / splint is needed, then I refer onwards... AND I APOLOGIZE for this video... it's rated 14A! You'll figure out why - soon into it. Sorry! Orthosis. Thermoplastic. Wrap. Bracing.
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14 Jul 2013
Enjoy this video about differentiating between each type of lesion... DDFT vs SDFT and WHICH is affected and/or the state of healing of each in the case of a repair. Happy watching! Digital flexor tendon. Toe. Toes.
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08 Jul 2013
Part two - a newsletter dedicated to YOU! Great case studies, 'a-ha' moments, and advice for fellow practitioners!
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30 Jun 2013
Yes... you read right... for the HANDLER. This video is one I created several months ago to upload onto my own website for handlers of sporting dogs to help them to help themselves!!! Have a laugh at me... I should reshoot it! Ah well... it'll do for now!
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23 Jun 2013
Hear my thoughts on UWT exercising...
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16 Jun 2013
Part 2: Establishing an Obesity Program. Weight management. Overweight. Weight loss.
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09 Jun 2013
Part 1: Establishing an Obesity Program. Weight management. Overweight. Weight loss.
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02 Jun 2013
Use this form to help guide you in your clinical reasoning when approaching diagnostics. If you get used to 'thinking' this way, it will help you!! I promise!
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26 May 2013
Cupping on a dog! Oh yeah! Firstly, I shot this as a spur of the moment video with an old camera in the clinic... not HD... not the best quality... but watch anyways! Secondly, the owner has returned since that session, and reported that this dog's swelling was pretty much GONE the next day... Kinda cool!Check out: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nNg0qQl1q5U to see 'human' videos, and Purchase at: http://www.easterncurrents.ca or Amazon (they have everything!)
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19 May 2013
How & why to bandage the rear legs to enhance function. Ace bandage. Tensor bandage. Theraband.
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12 May 2013
A newsletter dedicated to YOU! Brilliant insights from fellow canine rehab practitioners in the field!
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05 May 2013
One of the most important skills in physio/PT assessment & diagnostics is about the END FEEL. Brush up on this concept and skill here!!
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02 May 2013
An extensive search for current literature on the subject of canine ‘sit’ problems revealed very little research on the subject. An interview or questionnaire of 10 Calgary, Alberta dog trainers resulted in 6 responses. Professional dog trainers prior to exposure to physiotherapy interventions to a ‘sit problem’ have attributed the finding as either laziness on the dogs part, poor prior training, lack of any prior training, habituation, poor muscle development or physical reasons (such as hip dysplasia).
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02 May 2013
These slide handouts are particularly relevant for the physios / PTs that are new to working with dogs, but might also be useful for vets and techs who need to learn to handle dogs while fostering compliance for a 30 minute treatment session as compared to being restrained for a few short minutes.
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02 May 2013
Part 5 Business & Marketing. How to utilize video, articles, & e-mail capture systems in your marketing ventures.
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29 Apr 2013
A couple of nifty ways to work on proximal stabilization and core stabilization! Abdominal control. Theraband. Ace bandage. Tensor bandage. Abdominals.
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29 Apr 2013
Video Details on the Nerd Contest!
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21 Apr 2013
Again... by request... My exercise area at The Canine Fitness Centre (and things you can do in it!!)
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14 Apr 2013
This video by request... What products do I recommend and sell? Part 2 - About my clinic (The Canine Fitness Centre).
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07 Apr 2013
This video is by request... What equipment do you have or like in your clinic? Well here’s part 1 - About my clinic (The Canine Fitness Centre).
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04 Apr 2013
A super-useful newsletter dedicated to IVDD (and related articles) in the literature... and of course, MY take on the ’clinical relevance’ of each! Enjoy!
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31 Mar 2013
This video discusses capsular patterns - what they are and why you care! Assessment. Evaluation.
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17 Mar 2013
Everything you ever wanted to know about the palmar MCP & MTP sesamoid bones in dogs!! Toe. Toes. Pads. Sesamoiditis.
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10 Mar 2013
This video is one that will go up onto my Canine Fitness Centre website for marketing purposes. We all need to do a better job of educating the public about what we do - for marketing and for expansion and acceptance in the field!
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24 Feb 2013
This video described a passive physiological rotational mobilization technique for treatment of canine discs (Lumbar and Thoracic). IVDD, Disc Disease, Rotations, Disc Herniation, Hansen's, Neurology, Back Pain.
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17 Feb 2013
Just as described: Different ways to use your E-stim. Electrical Muscle Stimulation, NMES, Muscle Stim.
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10 Feb 2013
Part 4 Business & Marketing. How you view marketing will set your future path to successful marketing, no marketing, or failed marketing. So let’s start to lay the foundation for relationship marketing before we start to dive into tactics and strategy.
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03 Feb 2013
Part 4 of 3 (ha, ha) - putting it all together: The neuro case comes in... When do you focus on what?? Neuro Rehab, Neurologic, Neurology, Clinical Reasoning.
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27 Jan 2013
Part 3 of 3 - basic lecture(s) on rehab for the neuro patient. This video covers additional therapies and traction techniques for the neurologic patient. Neuro Rehab, Neurology.
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25 Jan 2013
This technique is based on the human Dix-Hallpike Manoeuvre for human Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo. Vestibular, Vestibulitis, Idiopathic Geriatric Vestibulitis, Nystagmus.
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20 Jan 2013
Part 2 of 3 - basic lecture(s) on rehab for the neuro patient. This one covers Neurodevelopmental Techniques, Postural Reactions, & Sensorimotor Techniques. Neuro Rehab, Neurology, Neurologic.
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13 Jan 2013
This is part 1 of a 3 part series - My basic lecture(s) on rehabilitation for the neurologic patient. This one covers the concept of Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation - PNF. Neuro Rehab, Neurology, Neurologic.
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06 Jan 2013
Current Research: Human & Animal studies and why you should care about both!
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06 Jan 2013
Canine Myotome & Dermatome Cheat sheet. Want a different format - see the Neurological Rehab section for an article called Canine Nerves!
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30 Dec 2012
Ever wonder what is reported in the literature in regards to actual injuries in dog sports? (Not a lot... but here’s what I found!)
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30 Dec 2012
A brief discussion regarding growth issues as they relate to training a puppy for sport.
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30 Dec 2012
Part 3 Business & Marketing: Crafting Your Marketing Message. Whether starting out and just creating your marketing materials (brochure, website, etc), you want to think about the language that you use and how you will be presenting your services to your prospective clients. Your wording and the message needs to be thoughtfully crafted.
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23 Dec 2012
Osteoarthritis in the canine hip(s) can be a common problem as a dog ages. Therapy can (and should) be more than just medical. Learn how to plan and assess your treatment interventions in this video. Hip, Hips, Coxofemoral.
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16 Dec 2012
Canine Hip Dysplasia can be a debilitating juvenile orthopaedic disorder. Management with conservative therapies can be successful and should be trialed prior to any surgical interventions are considered (in my opinion). Learn how to assess and plan your treatment interventions in this video. hip dysplasia, hip, hips.
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09 Dec 2012
The Temporomandibular joint is not a commonly injured site...but when it is, it can be significant. This video will take you through assessment and treatment techniques for this region.
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02 Dec 2012
Part 2 Business & Marketing: Off-line Market Research & Surveying your list. When starting your canine rehab business or looking to revitalize it, you need to ask questions (and stop hiding behind your computer or within your four walls). This audio will help to inspire you to interview your potential, past, or existing clients to find out exactly what they want and how you should be marketing to them.
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25 Nov 2012
These two-in-one videos show a couple of my favourite exercises using concrete cinderblocks. Exercise, Conditioning, Equipment, Breeze Blocks, Blocks, Strengthening.
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18 Nov 2012
Here’s a video showing a full puppy assessment ’live’, no editing... on a rather unruly puppy!
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11 Nov 2012
Sacroiliac joint dysfunctions are a common, yet often undiagnosed source of lameness or performance issues in dogs. This video looks at how to assess and treat for SIJ lesions.
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08 Nov 2012
The question was asked of me: What do you do with debilitated dogs? I put out a survey and received these results. Good food for thought!
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04 Nov 2012
Research Reviews - and their clinical relevance
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28 Oct 2012
Part 1 Business & Marketing: Online Market Research. When starting your canine rehab business or looking to revitalize it, a good, easy way to start is to look online to see who is doing what near you and beyond. This audio gives you tips on what you need to know and search online.
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22 Oct 2012
Dysfunctions with motor control and timing can lead to perpetual problems and recurrent problems. This video deals with how to assess for these issues and how to treat as well.
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17 Oct 2012
This handout compliments Training Video 14 on Conformation. It is a handout of the slides so that you can grab up - in paper format - and see exactly at what you should be looking for.
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14 Oct 2012
First rib positional lesions can lead to lameness, off loading of a front limb, or performance problems in dogs. This video will help you to assess for them and to potentially treat them.
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07 Oct 2012
Evaluating dogs from a conformation standpoint is a verifiable skill indeed! This video will help you to look at the basics of conformation evaluation.
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01 Oct 2012
This video describes what is known about traction and demonstrates traction techniques for the canine spine.
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23 Sep 2012
This video shows the assessment techniques and deductive reasoning behind localization of a thoracic disc lesion. Treatment approaches will also be discussed.
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17 Sep 2012
This audio comes from a member question regarding progression of exercise through rehab. Please listen to hear my thoughts, ideas, some background science, and clinical findings & tidbits on progressing an animal through rehab (and specifically through the exercise component). Enjoy!
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10 Sep 2012
I know you’ve likely seen those flashy videos of dogs on treadmills, no hands, no supports - smart dog, smart trainer! That’s not me and not how things look when I start a dog on treadmill exercise!! This videos show some treadmill tips and tricks that I play with in my clinical practice.
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03 Sep 2012
More Exercise - part 2
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28 Aug 2012
There is a theory amongst canine rehab / physio practitioners regarding old dogs with sudden onset vestibular signs. The thought is that idiopathic geriatric vestibular disease in dogs is similar to benign paroxysmal positional vertigo in people. If they are the same, then perhaps treatment can be the same as well. This video demonstrates the manoeuvres that are used with people - and adapted to dogs for treatment.
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19 Aug 2012
Inspiration and messages can be found everyday in all of the little things you do or see and if you take the time to notice.
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15 Aug 2012
Lesions of the stifle meniscus can cause pain and lameness in the dog. This video training demonstrates assessment techniques to identify meniscal derangement and a treatment technique for post-operative meniscal lesions.
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09 Aug 2012
Finding, palpating, mobility assessment, and treatment of C7 problems. cervical. neck.
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01 Aug 2012
From: Edge-Hughes L & Nicholson H: Canine treatment and rehabilitation. In Animal Physiotherapy Assessment, Treatment and Rehabilitation of Animals, McGowan, Goff & Stubbs (eds). Blackwell Publishing, Ames, Iowa, 2007, pp 206 – 237.
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30 Jul 2012
We put the cart before the horse - here is a video with my tips and suggestions for how to assess for medial shoulder joint instability.
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26 Jul 2012
Printable
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18 Jul 2012
Need some motivation on your canine rehab learning / relearning path? Watch this for some tips and tools to help you focus (and get more done in a day)! AND, go to the articles area, motivation section, and print off the Productivity Manager. (Scroll upwards after pressing ’play’ to actually watch the video!)
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18 Jul 2012
Need help to organize your day to get done both the little things, and take a step towards to bigger goals? Try this handy one-day planner. It goes with Video Training #6.
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11 Jul 2012
Novel exercise concepts - part 1
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27 Jun 2012
Medial shoulder instability is quickly becoming a frequently recognized injury in active and athletic dogs. Treatment may or may not include surgery... but in either case, some form of support is often useful. This video shows a method for using a simple tensor bandage (ace bandage) to support the medial structures of the canine shoulder joint.
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11 Jun 2012
Stretching and ROM are not only tools for treatment, they can be used to aid in establishing your differential diagnosis. Follow along and learn or review the musculotendinous stretching techniques. (Scroll upwards after pressing ’play’ to watch the video.)
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30 May 2012
I am always asked about which textbooks I like the most - so here is the ’show and tell’ of my current favourites! (Scroll upwards after pressing ’play’ to actually watch the video!)
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23 May 2012
Achilles / Calcaneal Tendon surgical repair & post-operative management
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21 May 2012
Printable!
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21 May 2012
This is the objective measurement form that I use at my clinic.
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21 May 2012
Update on modality usage - Hot and Cold
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21 May 2012
Update on modality uses and dosaging - E-stim, TENS, Microcurrent, & PEMF
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21 May 2012
Update on modality uses & dosaging - Laser and Ultrasound
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13 May 2012
Extra aquatics considerations
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13 May 2012
Benefits of Hydrotherapy
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13 May 2012
Edge-Hughes LM. 2007, Underwater treadmill (UWT) therapy in dogs: Finding the evidence to create a protocol for its use. A small-scale sample literature review. The CHAP Newsletter. Summer 2007. Finding the evidence to create a protocol for it’s use.
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13 May 2012
Research on training and condition for the canine athlete is not readily available, however there is much to be gained and extrapolated from horse and human research and literature. This paper will attempt to apply the available information on training and conditioning to the Greyhound Racing Dog and the Australian Sled Dog.
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13 May 2012
Soft tissue injuries are often an under-diagnosed source of canine lameness. Sporting and working dogs may be particularly at risk of suffering acute traumatic muscle strains, ligamentous sprains or chronic overuse degenerative tendinosis lesions resultant from poor healing of repetitive strain injuries. Less conditioned animals may also be at risk when performing infrequent burst activities or endurance tasks, much like the phenomenon known as weekend-warrior-syndrome in humans. Physical therapy skills and knowledge lend the ability to systematically assess, diagnose and conservatively treat soft tissue injuries in the canine patient
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13 May 2012
Stretching is a popular prescription among health care professionals, athletic trainers and in fitness/coaching personnel, all whom have an interest in improving flexibility in both healthy and injured clientele. Stretching has been touted to enhance athletic performance, prevent musculotendinous strain injuries and reduce delayed onset muscle soreness however confusion and controversy exists over when stretching is most effective and some claims and common uses of stretching are not supported by research.
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13 May 2012
Sacroiliac joint dysfunction is a term used in humans to describe pain in or around the region of the sacroiliac joint (SIJ) which is presumed to be due to misalignment, abnormal movement or insufficient stabilization of the SIJs. Dysfunctions and/or lesions affecting the canine sacroiliac joint have received little attention in veterinary research and/or clinical practice. However, the sacroiliac joint in the dog and possibly in other small animals is similar enough to that in humans to argue that sacroiliac joint lesions and dysfunctions may well be a potential source of back, pelvic and/or hind limb pain. Subsequently, similar diagnostics and treatment techniques or therapies to those used in humans may be applied to dogs.
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13 May 2012
Solomon was an 8-year old, intact male Great Dane. He suffered a recent acute onset lameness (3-week duration) of his right hind leg following a suspected trauma of his limb being caught in a hide-a-bed / sofa-bed. The chief complaint was that Solomon was walking on the dorsum of his right foot and dragging it on ambulation when found on the morning of February 11th, 2006.
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13 May 2012
WRITTEN ARTICLE - All practitioners involved in small animal health care are well aware of the fact that some animals are not surgical candidates, either due to age, poor health, an inadequate state of fitness, and/or because of financial constraints, or owners’ beliefs. This subset of patients deserves a chance at optimal function as much as those that are prime surgical candidates with owners willing and able to bear the financial burden of surgery.
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13 May 2012
Handouts - SLIDES -All practitioners involved in small animal health care are well aware of the fact that some animals are not surgical candidates...
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13 May 2012
This information is intended to provide readers with the background theory and clinical reasoning skills to confidently perform a physical assessment of the lumbo-pelvic-hip region on a dog.
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13 May 2012
This information is intended to provide readers with the background theory and clinical reasoning skills to confidently perform a physical assessment of the cervico-thoracic-shoulder region on a dog.
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13 May 2012
The goals with the treatment of osteoarthritis are to relieve pain and associated muscle spasm, maintain and regain joint ROM, improve joint health, strengthen supporting muscles, address proprioceptive deficits, and advise on lifestyle modifications necessary to improve osteoarthritic joint functioning.
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13 May 2012
There are several things that change (and/or go awry) as we age. Some of these things must be taken into consideration as we are attempting to exercise, condition or rehabilitate the geriatric canine patient.
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