Karen Goodall Veterinary Physiotherapy

01/07/2024

Interesting article to remind us that just because canine amputees appear to cope well it doesn’t mean they don’t need some support to help promote longevity!

28/06/2024

Gait assessment gives us so much valuable information…what are we looking for?
📍lameness on any limb(s)- this is big one and identifies any reluctance to use a limb often associated with pain

BUT …it’s not only about obvious lameness. We can look at individual phases of the stride and examine how each limb is used in stance and swing phases to guide us and optimise treatments :

📍stance time
📍limb placement in stance
📍limb posture/alignment throughout stance phase
📍range of motion of each individual joint
📍stride length-both in protraction and retraction phases
📍spinal movement
📍symmetry
📍gait patterning
📍balance
📍proprioceptive awareness

When we look for more than just lameness we can begin to identify the subtle changes…this alongside a musculoskeletal assessment and vet/owner history allows us to formulate a truly personalised rehab program for each patient -no shortcuts or standardised exercise plans in sight!

20/06/2024

This makes us chuckle 🤭 but we believe all of our patients have an inner superhero just waiting to be unleashed with the help of veterinary physiotherapy! 🦸‍♂️🦸‍♀️ xx

28/05/2024

Due to mounting requests there will be a change to our opening hours in June to accommodate those clients wishing to attend out of office hours. We will be opening every second Saturday, morning initially, with a view to add in additional appointments if demand is high

To try and maintain some balance for staff this will mean alterations to some of our later mid week appointments. If this affects your usual slot we can discuss this at your next appointment but we hope that the changes are positive for everyone and offer improved flexibility with our appointments. Weekend charges may be applied

24/05/2024

We have new models in clinic showing the different types of cruciate repair - these are a great visual for owners of what happens during surgery and, in terms of post-op physiotherapy, the type of repair will contribute to decision making on the techniques and prescriptive exercises we undertake at various stages of healing.

We are excited to have them and hope you will benefit from them being in clinic! 😊

27/04/2024

Assess, Plan, Reassess and Adapt-these concepts are constant throughout the rehabilitation journey. They allow us to finely tune treatments and exercise plans to achieve optimal results for each individual patient

We commonly treat patients with:
🦴Osteoarthritis
🦴Hip/Elbow dysplasia
🦴Intervertebral disc disease
🦴Degenerative myelopathy
And much much more!

Contact us to find out out we can help your pet
📞 07766145454
📧 [email protected]
💻www.kgvetphysio.com

15/04/2024

Nearly new medium help em up harness for sale locally if anyone is looking for one?

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1728505647678211/

05/04/2024

Survey responses required again please :)

Our lovely Greta who left us last year is currently researching for her Masters- the topic is around the long term impact of IVDD on owners, which we think should be really interesting!
If anyone has experience of their dog suffering IVDD please take a minute to complete the survey and help build on current research

https://forms.office.com/e/b6Re8fXpRB

Thank you kindly! (link for Instagram will be in my bio)

27/02/2024

Do you know how to recognise pain in your dog?

Pain can be one of the first signs that something may not be right, but animals are masters of disguise and and can do a really good job of hiding it from us until things get much worse. Look out for these signs and watch your dog closely to learn what his/her normal behaviors and patterns, that way you are more likely to pick up on any subtle changes and are able to seek intervention/make changes earlier.

Remember also that dogs very much live in the moment - just because they want to chase the ball or go for a walk doesn't mean they're not in pain, it just means that at that moment in time that's what they would like to do!

Advocate the small changes for your dog and make sure they don't suffer in silence

Check out this Infographic designed by karryanne22.

16/02/2024

In Veterinary Physiotherapy we use targeted exercises to work specific muscles and joints in a controlled way with the aim to optimise function- ultimately building strength, balance and improving mobility.

Every patient requires individually set goals and progression at their own pace based on results of ongoing assessment.

This might just look like Alfie is walking over some pads but actually we are focusing on balance, dynamic posture, independent hindlimb strength and hip range of motion- all whilst keeping a very energetic little dog focused!

☎️: 07766145454
📧: [email protected]
💻: www.kgvetphysio.com

16/02/2024

Have your say! ....Current research into the perspectives of both dog owners and Veterinary Physiotherapists regarding potential barriers to the completion of home veterinary physiotherapy exercise programmes

The survey is open to all veterinary physiotherapists and owners/carers of dogs that have undergone veterinary physiotherapy treatment and should only take 10-20 minutes.

If you choose to take part in the survey and provide your email address, you will be entered into a prize draw to win a £50 Amazon voucher. I would very much value your input. Your views are vital to the study and could influence and improve how Veterinary Physiotherapists implement exercise programmes for their patients.

Please copy and paste the following link to take part: https://forms.office.com/e/SS28xPgYt7?origin=lprLink

The survey will be open for completion until the 14th March 2024.

Image: Image by katemangostar on Freepik

09/02/2024

Still not too late to register for the vet physio open day this Sunday- come and join us!

Would you like to become a Veterinary Physiotherapist? 🐶🐴

Join the University of Nottingham for our Open Day - 11/02/24
Course: MSc Veterinary Physiotherapy
Location: Nottingham Vet School
Time: 9.30-1pm
See the amazing facilities on offer including stables, new clinical space and have a lecture in our purpose built room🐴🐶
Practice your skills with our hands-on tasks and ask current students about their experiences on the course so far.

30/01/2024

IVDD recovery takes a team - from owners, first opinion vets, neurologists, vet nurses and then finally the rehab team-each one playing a vital individual role to achieve the best functional outcome possible for each patient.

We understand that as owners this diagnosis can be utterly devastating and very traumatic. Physiotherapy can help by setting short term and long term goals to achieve realistic goals whilst providing owners with support, advice and ongoing monitoring of progress

☎️ 07766145454
📧 karen@ kgvetphysio.com
💻 www. kgvetphysio.com

26/01/2024

Adorable little Howard is a very busy little boy who has insisted on being as active as possible through his physiotherapy program- there’s no keeping him down!

Keep going Howard! 💪🌟

14/01/2024

Fancying a career as a veterinary physiotherapist? Come along to our open day and find out more! 👀

Would you like to become a Veterinary Physiotherapist? 🐶🐴

Join the University of Nottingham for our Open Day - 11/02/24
Course: MSc Veterinary Physiotherapy
Location: Nottingham Vet School
Time: 9.30-1pm
See the amazing facilities on offer including stables, new clinical space and have a lecture in our purpose built room🐴🐶
Practice your skills with our hands-on tasks and ask current students about their experiences on the course so far.

12/01/2024

Laser therapy…..it’s a popular treatment choice with more veterinary professionals offering it as a treatment. As veterinary physiotherapists we are fully trained in the effects, benefits and also limitations of laser therapy.

Many patients can benefit from the effects of laser therapy. We often use this treatment in our management of post-operative and osteoarthritic patients to help reduce pain and inflammation, alongside other treatment techniques which complement it's actions to help us achieve the goals we set our patients.

Our session price includes a fully tailored physiotherapy plan and incorporates laser therapy where required with no extra fee’s!

Omega Laser Systems

08/01/2024

📣 Calling all VETERINARY STAFF 📣
Did you know we offer training to local vet practices?

Aimed at improving the awareness of veterinary physiotherapy as a core part of the multidisciplinary team. As well as learning more about what we can offer your patients, you will better understand the techniques involved in our treatments and when may be the most appropriate timing to make referrals in specific pathologies.

These sessions also allow you to meet our therapists face to face, improving working relationships and communication…..interested?

Contact us to find out details and book your slot ASAP - availability is limited!

☎️ 07766145454
📧 [email protected]
👩‍💻 www.kgvetphysio.com

03/01/2024

What is Veterinary Physiotherapy?
Our service includes:

👉 Referral consent and history taking
👉 Static and dynamic assessment
👉 musculoskeletal assessment
👉 Neurological assessment (where required)
👉 A complete range of treatments tailored individually to your pets treatment goals and circumstances
👉 Reassurance to owners and guidance through all stages of rehabilitation
👉 Techniques to engage your pet and create enjoyment through recovery

What can we help with?
We rehab many cases including:
Cruciate injuries, hip dysplasia, spinal injuries, osteoarthritis……and more!

Why choose us?
Firstly, and most importantly, we can help your pet achieve a better functional recovery from injury than those animals that do not receive physiotherapy.
We pride ourselves on providing a personalised and friendly service, as well as being qualified and experienced to specialise in small animal rehabilitation. Having been around since 2013 we are well known to many local veterinary practices.

Contact us to find out how we can help your pet
☎️07766145454
📧[email protected]
👩‍💻 www.kgvetphysio.com

22/12/2023

Merry Christmas from team KGVP! Wishing all of our clients have a wonderful Christmas with your loved ones 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦🐶🐱🎄🎁

15/12/2023

This week we said a sad goodbye to Greta -we’re sure you’ll all miss her but join us in wishing her well for the future! Don’t be a stranger Greta!

06/11/2023

Which pets does veterinary physiotherapy benefit? …. If your pet is recovering from either orthopaedic or neurological surgery then physiotherapy can help achieve the best function outcome possible for that individual.

Surgery fixes the problem- it does not strengthen correct postures, retrain movement patterns or build strength in a way which optimises function
Surgery is half the battle- don’t stop there! Contact us for more information

📍[email protected]
📍07766145454

30/10/2023

It’s horrible outside! Handsome Bear has the right idea keeping warm with his fluffy hot water bottle 🥰🥰
Bear is a true gentleman and just steals our hearts on a weekly basis! ♥️

23/10/2023

Meet Burt 🥰🥰 14 years young and making great progress in his physio sessions to help mange osteoarthritis, well done Burt! 🙌🙌

03/10/2023

We have to say a huge congratulations to Zebedee today! He’s been coming to physio for 11mths to help manage hip dysplasia. In that time we have worked to increase muscular comfort, improve comfort through joint range of motion and have been aiming to build muscle mass. Today marks a milestone where, with the help of his polework, we have achieved that elusive symmetry! 👏👏👏 well done Zeb!

04/09/2023

This year we have a sponsored player at Sheffield United Community Women’s 1st Team -Evie Carr - well done on a superb debut yesterday in the blistering heat in York! ⚽️ 🔴 ⚪️ great game from all the players, looking forward to seeing how the season unfolds!

29/08/2023

Alfie is a very busy boy and lives life very much in the fast lane 🏎️ today at physio we focused on muscle relaxation, stretches and posture 🧘 ….and sleep! 😴💤

25/08/2023

Lovely Pepper, with the beautiful eyes! 🥰
Pepper has been coming to physio following TPLO surgery after a cruciate injury. Since starting physio Pepper has built a whopping 4 inches of muscle on her operated limb, is now using the limb consistently without lameness and has just been an all round superstar - well done Pepper! 💫

09/08/2023

Iocal CPD for vet nurses (and I’ve been invited to speak!) if any vet nurse friends fancy a learning day! 😊

📣 Veterinary Nurse CPD Day Announcement! 🐾🩺

We are delighted to announce that we are hosting a Veterinary Nurses CPD Day on September 16 2023 at our headquarters in Sheffield. 📅🏥

🔍 Topic: "From admission to recovery: Your trauma patient's journey"

🎯 Tailored specifically for Veterinary Nurses, this hands-on CPD day is not to be missed! 📚✨

🔬 The programme will be jam-packed with interactive lectures and practical sessions covering essential anaesthetic considerations, antimicrobial stewardship and wound and fracture management, with our guest speakers:
🎙️ Nicci Meadows BVetMed CertAVP(GSAS) MRCVS
🎙️ Karen Goodall AdvCertVPhys L3Cert Hydro CertEdVPTMIRVAP (VP)(ICH)

🙌 Be prepared for an engaging program filled with interactive lectures and practical sessions. Get ready to enhance your skills and knowledge in a fun and dynamic environment! 🎉🧪

🍽️ Lunch and refreshments will be provided throughout the day to keep you energised. Plus, every attendee will receive a free goody bag! 🛍️💝

💰 Price: £30*

Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to level up your veterinary nursing expertise! 💼💡

👉 Register now and secure your spot by emailing [email protected]. Limited seats available! 🎟️📞

📢 Please tag a friend who needs to attend and share this post with your veterinary nursing colleagues and friends who would benefit from this amazing CPD event. Let's improve animal healthcare, together 🤝🌟

T&Cs: £30 attendance fee is redeemable against a subsequent order of Vi products within 1 month after the course. The attendance fee cannot be redeemed if you do not attend the course.

31/07/2023

Back to it today!
I’m working my way through all of the emails/messages and hope to get in touch with everyone before the end of tomorrow-if you are waiting to hear from me and haven’t heard by then please feel free to give me a gentle nudge 😊

13/07/2023

** Out of office **
Holiday time! I will return to work on Monday 31st July- for any new enquires please leave an email at [email protected] and I will respond on my return.

Appointments with Greta/Loren during this time will continue as arranged unless you are informed otherwise- if you need to contact us regarding pre-arranged appointments please use Greta/Loren’s individual email addresses to avoid delays in responding

See you all when I get back! 🏝️🍹☀️