On another gloomy weather day, here is something to make you smile.
Little Ruby had been managing some neurologic concerns since she was 1 year of age. Unfortunately there was progression of her condition due to a spinal deformity and spinal stenosis, and Ruby underwent spinal surgery on July 30 2024. While the compression was surgically removed, there was some decline in her condition after surgery.
Please note....these are not easy conditions to manage. Incontinence. Lack of mobility. Big or small, it takes a toll on clients as they try to do whatever they can. You switch from being able to let your dog out to go to the bathroom, to standing in the rain holding them up. Ruby's owners have been working so hard at home since their first visit on Sept 9. Neurologic progress is slow and sometimes, especially with physical changes to the spine, incomplete.
Ruby is continuously improving and we are so proud of her and her family for their hard work.
To all of our families working hard for progress or trying so hard to slow progression of conditions....we see you and we appreciate you🥰❤️
Happy Friday everyone
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More seniors
Because sometimes the world is sad but dogs make us happy
#dogs #dogsmakeeverythingbetter #dogsmakemehappy #seniordogsofinstagram #seniordogs #seniorpetmonth #rehabvet #vetrehab #ccrp #ccat #vetmed #soarvetservices
Did you know that November is National Senior Pet month? Too often we hear age used as reasons to not pursue diagnostics or treatments. Please remember
🐾 age is not a disease
🐾 these senior pets often play an important role in the family
🐾 there are many options to improve quality of life and pain control in senior years
Here are a few of my senior friends 😊
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A little inspiration on a dreary Sunday
Meet Kiwi. On September 11 Kiwi became paralyzed in all four legs and underwent emergency cervical spinal surgery. At her recheck on Sept 24 it was noted that due to the hemorrhage in the spinal cord at the time of surgery, her recovery was anticipated to be long and incomplete.
At the time of her rehabilitation assessment on October 2, Kiwi was unable to stand or walk.
Kiwi started coming for twice weekly acupuncture, laser, and rehabilitation. We worked on transitions and weight bearing with the assistance of a harness and eventually added water treadmill.
At 14 years old, this teeny tiny senior is working hard and is continuing to improve.
What can we learn from Kiwi? 1) age is not a disease 2) hard work and determination can go a long way!
Happy seniors month!!!!
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Sometimes life is exhausting and you just need a little acupuncture induced nap 😂
Happy Monday!
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I love how our patients (OK....clients😅) get into the Halloween spirit!
Happy Thursday !
#halloween #dogclothes #dogcostume #halloweenspirit #doghalloweencostume #dogs #vet #dvm #vetmed #soarvetservices
Many people have been super pleased with our anti-slip squares for our patients and asking for more info so here we go! While we had looked at carpet runners, with many neurologic patients, urine accidents are frequent and can lead to costly cleaning. These squares are great because they stick to the surface without ruining the floor, and if we have an accident we can clean them or replace the square inexpensively!
The company also has longer carpet runners, mats , and stair runners.
Check out the options on Amazon under Bolinker non-slip!
#homemodifications #rehabfordogs #mobilityaids #mobility #mobilitysupport #non-slip #nonslip #rehabvet #vetrehab #ccrp #ccat #dvm #vetmed #vet #soarvetservices
Some weeks are harder than others. So here is one of the many reasons we love what we do. Hope it makes everyone smile as we finish off a week with a full moon🌕🤪🎃👻
#happyfriday #friday #halloween #dogcostume #feelgoodfriday #dogs #vets #spookyseason #dvm #vetmed #soarvetservices
A new GOAT was named this week.
For anyone that has EVER tried to trim nails on a pug, you know it can be......a challenge....the switch that flips happy easygoing to demon.
Otis however....just sat there.....
Nail and foot care is so important for mobility. Thanks Otis for being the best esthetic boy while Cass and Kandis performed your pedicure.
#pug #puglife #pugnailtrim #nailtrim #nailtrims #dogpedicure #pawcare #pugsofinstagram #rehabvet #ccrp #vet #vetmed #dvm #mobility #soarvetservices
This Feel good Friday also has some big key take away lessons regarding pain management.
Nina turned 14 years old this past summer. She has severe arthritis in both elbows and her knees as well as severe spondylosis.
Acupuncture and laser treatments have been helping keep her comfortable along with home modifications. Her mom even got her a buggy to allow for longer walks.
In July she had a devastating change. She could not walk and was suspected to have aggravated a disc causing spinal cord compression.
So what did we do......
- help em up harness
- rest!!!!!!
- acu/laser
- Assisi loop
- and adjustment of medications including the addition of subcu ketamine.
So.....Nina is looking even better than she did before!
Remember....when you pet has any chronic condition like arthritis, constant check ins and re-evaluation is critical in maintaining their comfort and quality of life.
Happy Friday!!!
#feelgoodfriday #happyfriday #seniorpetsofig #seniordogsofinstagram #chronicpain #chronicpainwarrior #painawareness #animalpain #animalpainawarenessmonth #nopain #acupunctureforpain #acupuncturevet #vetacupuncture #vet #dvm #soarvetservices @ivapm_vet
We regularly get asked how acupuncture works. Each acupuncture point has associations with anatomy that falls along nerve pathways, areas of high density areas of nerves and blood vessels, areas of muscle/tendon junctions, and many other important anatomical relationships.
So based on these relationships, here are a few of the effects that placing those teeny needles have on the body:
☆ Local tissue effects on the muscle, fascia, and nerves
☆ Increased blood flow
☆ Tissue grasps the needle increasing production of chemical signals that alter metabolism and release growth factors
☆ Microtrauma to tissue that releases substances that sensitize nerve endings, increase nerve activity, and affect sensory input
☆ Effects on immune system
As a self proclaimed skeptic with most things in life, acupuncture continues to be one of the modalities that continues to impress me with its ability to help manage pain and influence the nervous system.
And now you know 😊
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Meet Rose
This adorable sweet beagle came to us at the beginning of the year. With pain management, acupuncture, laser, hydrotherapy, and therapeutic exercises, Rose has gone from non-ambulatory to now doing 1 hour walks, swimming and having puppy picnics with her family 🥹. Her sister Bella accompanies her for emotional support (and pupsicles). Rose recently visited her vet who asked where they had ended up going for surgery. He was shocked to learn that the suspected cervical IVDD was managed conservatively.
While conservative management is not an option for every patient, surgery also is not as option for every client. Things to consider when managing these cases without surgery:
🐾 Pain management is ESSENTIAL AND FIRST STEP. This will often involve an anti-inflammatory, and a combination of other medications to reduce pain in several places along our pain pathway
🐾 We need to restrict activity to allow the spinal injury to heal
🐾 Physical therapy can be started during the rest phase as this can include gentle range of motion, laser (especially at home lasers like those that can be rented at @thehealingmovementinc) and pemf products to reduce inflammation
🐾 Acupuncture can be helpful in helping with pain and modulation of the nervous system
🐾 Remember to go slow...rushing through phases of healing can lead to setbacks that may be harder to recover from
Happy Saturday!
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