Veterinary Rehabilitation

07/05/2024

One of our MRP students, Lauren, is conducting a study around the role of the interprofessional team in supporting the canine osteoarthritis patient.
As part of this study, she is conducting interviews with vet physios, vets, vet nurses, and owners on the topic.
If you would be interested in being interviewed, and are one of the above groups and can spare a few minutes of your time, please see the link below to leave your contact details for Lauren to contact you and organise a short interview. She would be really grateful for any help.

Online survey BOS

26/03/2024

One of our Masters students is conducting a study around gastric ulcers in horses, and the role of the veterinary physiotherapist in supporting the identification and treatment of horses with gastric ulcers. As part of this study, she is looking for owners of horses who have/have had gastric ulcers to take part in the survey below. If you can spare a few minutes of your time, she would be very grateful.

12/02/2024

One of our HRP students is conducting a project around owner awareness and compliance with home management advice for dogs with osteoarthritis. She is seeking vets, vets physios and owners who would be interested in taking part in a short interview around the topic (please see below for details).

Hi my name is Fern and I am a final year student at Harper Adams University studying Veterinary Physiotherapy. For my Honours Research Project, I am looking at “Owner awareness of and compliance with home management advice for dogs with osteoarthritis”. As part of this study, I will be conducting short one-to-one interviews over MS Teams with Veterinary Surgeons, Veterinary Physiotherapists, and owners of elderly dogs past or present. If you fall into one of these categories and would be interested in taking part in this study, please follow the link below to fill out your contact details in the online survey and I will be in touch. Many thanks in advance 😊

08/02/2024

Part-time veterinary physiotherapy vacancy Swindon if any of our followers are looking (not linked to us in any way): https://uk.indeed.com/m/viewjob?jk=f90921703542fa1c&xkcb=SoB767M3Frpi9vQsTp0LbzkdCdPP&from=hp&tk=1hlbgr97tiemj801&fbclid=IwAR1yDeTY4R4bbq4xlRgZRWCZ4-w33nvSllgGZ5fNZg5XScr1oMU9ssc3HOw_aem_AYnNfe65UMNiGhlTlqLQtLO6BQ9WJv3wkR_WKSQNfXnDG6He_BSCxdXItLD3s8gZ25w

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24/01/2024

On of our final year veterinary physiotherapy students is looking at current use of Extracorporeal Shockwave Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy in veterinary practice, and the opinions of veterinary professionals (vets and vet physios) surrounding its use. You don't need to use/have used shockwave before.

He has compiled a short survey, available here: https://app.onlinesurveys.jisc.ac.uk/s/harper-adams/current-use-of-extracorporeal-shockwave-therapy-in-veterinary-p but is also looking for volunteers who would be willing to take part in an interview around the topic.

This link will take you to a form/survey in which you can submit your contact details to volunteer for these interviews (this link is also available at the end of the above survey): https://app.onlinesurveys.jisc.ac.uk/s/harper-adams/current-use-of-and-opinions-of-eswt-in-veterinary-practice-usin

Any help would be very much appreciated.

24/01/2024

One of our final year students is looking the opinions of owners and veterinary professionals on the use of Veterinary Physiotherapy and Hydrotherapy in the rehabilitation of intervertebral disc disease (IVDD).

We would be grateful if you could spare some time to complete their surveys if you are either an owner with a dog who has suffered from intervertebral disc disease (IVDD): https://app.onlinesurveys.jisc.ac.uk/s/harper-adams/pilot-study-owner-s-opinions-of-the-use-of-veterinary-physiothe

Or a veterinary professional who has been involved in the treatment of intervertebral disc disease (IVDD) cases: https://app.onlinesurveys.jisc.ac.uk/s/harper-adams/pilot-study-veterinary-professionals-opinions-of-the-use-of-vet

Many thanks

10/01/2024

If you are an equine veterinary professional, or a horse owner one of our final years would be grateful if you could take the time to complete a survey for her research project:

"I am currently working on my Honours Research Project at Harper Adams University and have chosen to look into 'The use of equine massage therapists compared to veterinary physiotherapists, looking into veterinary professionals and owners’ preference, views and perception of differences.'

Below I have attached the links to the study questionnaires. There are two separate questionnaires, one for horse owners and one for equine professionals, although you may answer both if you feel it is appropriate and would like to.
From these, I am looking to gain some insight on perceptions and use of the two professions and how this may be improved. All submissions are anonymous and will not impact your status as an equine professional or horse owner.
If you would like to participate or have the time to complete either survey, it would be greatly appreciated and immensely valuable for this research project.

Equine professional survey:
https://app.onlinesurveys.jisc.ac.uk/s/harper-adams/equine-professionals-official-survey

Horse owners survey:
https://app.onlinesurveys.jisc.ac.uk/s/harper-adams/horse-owner-official-survey

This study will be open until 1st February 2024.
If you have other connections whom you think may be interested in participating in this study too, please feel free to forward these links to them.

If there are any further questions on this topic, please do not hesitate to contact me at [email protected]."

29/09/2023

Dog owners, whose pets have suffered paralysis, are being actively recruited to take part in a trial of new technology which researchers hope could...

23/08/2023

We are currently looking for a Lecturer in Veterinary Physiotherapy to join our lovely team on a full-time fixed term (up to one year in duration) basis. Please see the link below for further details:

The University seeks a highly motivated Veterinary Physiotherapist lecturer to join the team supporting delivery of Veterinary Physiotherapy at both undergraduate and postgraduate level at the university, as well as undergraduate Veterinary Nursing...

10/07/2023

*CALLING ALL VETERINARY SURGEONS AND VETERINARY PHYSIOTHERAPISTS*

For any veterinary surgeons or veterinary physiotherapists in canine practice, please consider taking part in this Masters research study investigating the techniques for assessing osteoarthritis in canine patients for one of our students.

It should take approximately 10-15 minutes of your time.

Your time would be much appreciated.

Thank you in advance for helping with this research project.

Online survey BOS

05/07/2023

***Masters research project survey***

One of our postgraduate students is currently researching the opinions of canine veterinary physiotherapists on the use of remedial exercises within rehabilitation plans. She would be very grateful if any veterinary physiotherapists would be willing to contribute to her study by completing the below survey:

Online survey BOS

01/06/2023

We are currently looking for a veterinary physiotherapy Clinical Educator to join our lovely team on a part-time (3 days a week 8am-6pm), fixed term (up to one year in duration) basis. Please see the link below for further details:

The University seek a highly motivated clinical veterinary physiotherapist, with a particular interest in canine practice to join the team in covering a maternity leave. You will play a key role in the delivering of canine physiotherapy clinics...

19/04/2023

⭐ Meet Merlin, our star of the week ⭐

🐾 Merlin is a handsome 12-year-old Labradoodle 🐾

🐕 Merlin has been referred to VetRehab due to having some osteoarthritis and weakness of the back legs 🐕

⭐ He is doing so well and already showing improvement after only three sessions. Merlin enjoys his massage treatment the most and tends to doze off! He receives a combination of manual therapy, laser therapy and aquatic therapy. Merlin also does some exercises at home; which he is a very good boy at. ⭐

⭐ When walking Merlin sometimes scuffs his back paws due to muscle weakness, so at the end of todays session we tried walking him over some low poles and as you can see he did amazingly (video in comments). ⭐

⭐ WELL DONE Merlin ⭐

If you would like to discuss how physiotherapy and hydrotherapy could help your pet, please get in touch.
📞 01952 820280
📧 [email protected]

10/03/2023

*CALLING ALL VETERINARY SURGEONS AND VETERINARY PHYSIOTHERAPISTS*

For any veterinary surgeons or veterinary physiotherapists in canine practice, please consider taking part in this Masters research study investigating the techniques for assessing osteoarthritis in canine patients for one of our students.

It should take approximately 10-15 minutes of your time.

Your time would be much appreciated.

Thank you in advance for helping with this research project.

Online survey BOS

06/03/2023

UK HONOURS RESEARCH PROJECT QUESTIONNAIRE*



Calling all Qualified Veterinary Physiotherapists.



Hello, my name is Charlotte and I am a final year currently studying Bsc (Hons) Veterinary Physiotherapy. As part of my degree, I have to complete an Honours Research Project. I have chosen to focus on the current use of and referral for veterinary physiotherapy in cats, and as part of this, the perceptions of veterinary physiotherapists surrounding this.



I would be really grateful if anyone who is a qualified veterinary physiotherapist could complete this questionnaire. It should only take up to 10 minutes and is completely anonymous.



Thank you in advance!

Any shares would be appreciated 😁.

Online survey BOS

21/02/2023

***Calling all UK current or previous cat owners***

Hello, my name is Charlotte and I am a final year currently studying Bsc (Hons) Veterinary Physiotherapy. As part of my degree, I have to complete an Honours Research Project. I have chosen to focus on the current use of and referral for veterinary physiotherapy in cats, and as part of this, the perceptions of owners and veterinary physiotherapists surrounding this.

I would be really grateful if anyone who currently owns, or has owned a cat in the past, could complete this questionnaire. It should only take up to 10 minutes and is completely anonymous.

Thank you in advance!
Any shares would be appreciated.

Online survey BOS

21/02/2023

*Are you a Veterinary Physiotherapist? If so, one of our final year students would be really grateful for your participation in a survey for her Honours Research Project*

*HONOURS RESEARCH PROJECT QUESTIONNAIRE*

My name is Charlie Phillpott and I am a final year Veterinary Physiotherapy BSc (Hons) student at Harper Adams University. As part of my final year, I am conducting an Honours Research Project (HRP) to determine the current use of canine mobility aids, and to determine and compare perceptions of owners and veterinary physiotherapists on the use of these aids, and factors influencing this.

The survey should take approximately 10 minutes to complete and responses are completely anonymous.

I would greatly appreciate any participation, and please feel free to share this link. Thank you.’

Online survey BOS

21/02/2023

‘Calling all dog owners!

*HONOURS RESEARCH PROJECT QUESTIONNAIRE*

My name is Charlie Phillpott and I am a final year Veterinary Physiotherapy BSc (Hons) student at Harper Adams University. As part of my final year, I am conducting an Honours Research Project (HRP) to determine the current use of canine mobility aids, and to determine and compare perceptions of owners and veterinary physiotherapists on the use of these aids, and factors influencing this.

*Applicable to those aged 18 or over, currently living in the UK and have owned, or currently own a dog.*

The survey should take approximately 10 minutes to complete and responses are completely anonymous.

Any responses are much appreciated, and please feel free to share this link. Thank you!’

Online survey BOS

20/02/2023

*Applicable to those who have trained or competed on agility with their own dogs.*

Hello, my name is Libby Glanville. As part of my final year studies for my Veterinary Physiotherapy BSc (Hons) degree I am carrying out a research project/dissertation investigating, via short survey, the current use and perceptions of warm-up routines for UK agility dogs.

In order to complete the survey, you must be 18 years old or over, based in the UK and must currently train/compete in agility with your own dogs or have done so previously.

The survey should not take longer than 10 minutes to complete. Any responses and shares would be much appreciated.

Many thanks,
Libby Glanville

Online survey BOS

20/02/2023

⭐ Meet Penny, last weeks star of the week ⭐

🐾Penny is a beautiful 7-year-old Labrador🐾

🐕 Penny was referred by her vets to us due to having a condition that causes pain and inflammation in multiple joints🐕

⭐ She is doing so well and is a real joy to have in our clinic. Penny receives a combination of manual therapy, laser therapy and aquatic therapy. She also has a very dedicated owner who is following a home exercise programme. Last week Penny was an absolute star during her session and has shown such progression over the course of her treatments⭐

WELL DONE Penny ⭐

If you would like to discuss how physiotherapy and hydrotherapy could help your pet, please get in touch.
📞 01952 820280
📧 [email protected]

15/02/2023

*HONOURS RESEARCH QUESTIONNAIRE HORSE OWNERS AND VETERINARY PROFESSIONALS VIEWS ON EQUINE HYDROTHERAPY*

My name is Samantha, I am a final year undergraduate at Harper Adams University studying Veterinary Physiotherapy. My Honours Research Project is a questionnaire-based study assessing the perception of equine hydrotherapy from the outlook of horse owners, veterinarians and equine hydrotherapists. I would be grateful if you could please spare 10 minutes to complete this questionnaire if you are a horse owner, or a veterinary professional working with horses.
Many thanks

Online survey BOS

01/02/2023

*HONOURS RESEARCH PROJECT QUESTIONNAIRE FOR CURRENT FLYBALL MEMBERS*

Hi,

My name is Alice Faulkner and I am a final year student at Harper Adams University, studying Veterinary Physiotherapy. For my final year Honours Research Project, I am currently researching the current use of veterinary physiotherapeutic interventions in UK flyball dogs, and owner perceptions surrounding its use. As part of this study, I have launched a questionnaire aimed at current Flyball members over the age of 18 that own a dog that participates in flyball.

I would be grateful if you could spare around 5-10 minutes of your time to participate in the questionnaire (please see the link below). If you could also please share this questionnaire amongst your Flyball friends, that would be greatly appreciated.

Kind regards,

Alice.



https://harper-adams.onlinesurveys.ac.uk/current-veterinary-physiotherapeutic-interventions-in-uk-f

12/12/2022

⭐️Meet Silas, our star of the week⭐️

🐶I'm sure you'll all agree that Silas is a very handsome boy! He is a 3-year-old, Labrador who attends fitness and fun sessions here at Harper Adams Vet Rehab Centre🐶

⭐️Silas is our star of the week as his confidence has shown immense improvement from when he first came. He completes his exercises with such enthusiasm and is a real pleasure to have in our clinic⭐️

🐾 Well done Silas! 🐾

If you want to discuss how fitness and fun sessions can benefit your dog, please get in touch.

📞01952 815030
📧 [email protected]

01/12/2022

For our previous graduates to consider

*Exciting Opportunity*

We are looking to recruit a dynamic and enthusiastic Part Time Physiotherapist to join the SMART Clinic team.
Full details for this position can be found on our website at: https://www.smartvetwales.co.uk/jobs.
If you have any queries about the position please email [email protected].
Closing date for applications is 1st January 2023.
Please do not phone the clinic as enquiries regarding this position will only be dealt with initially by e-mail.

23/11/2022

⭐ Meet Birdie our star of the week ⭐

🐾Birdie is a beautiful 8-year-old Miniature American Shepherd🐾

🐕 Birdie has spent many years as a fantastic fly ball dog and attends physiotherapy and hydrotherapy here at Vet Rehab to maintain her mobility and fitness 🐕

⭐ She is doing so well and is a real joy to have in our clinic. Birdie receives a combination of manual therapy and aquatic treatments during her sessions here as well as a home exercise programme. Today Birdie was an absolute star during her massage session and has shown such progression over the course of her treatments⭐

WELL DONE BIRDIE ⭐

If you would like to discuss how physiotherapy and hydrotherapy can help your pet, please get in touch.

📞 01952 820280
📧 [email protected]

14/11/2022

⭐ Meet our star of the week - Obi ⭐

🐾 Obi is an adorable 15-month-old Labrador who would certainly win a waggiest tail competition!! 🐾
🐕 Obi attends physiotherapy and hydrotherapy here at Vet Rehab due to a limb deformity which causes him to compensate with the rest of his body. 🐕
⭐ He is doing so well and is always a pleasure to have in our clinic. Obi receives a combination of treatments during his sessions here and at home. Today Obi was an absolute star during his hydrotherapy session ⭐ WELL DONE OBI ⭐

If you would like to discuss how physiotherapy and hydrotherapy can help your pet, please get in touch.
📞 01952 820280
📧 [email protected]

07/11/2022

⭐ Meet our star of the week - Thor ⭐

🐾 Thor is a very lovable 18-month-old Labrador with a real zest for life! 🐾

🐕 Thor attends physiotherapy and hydrotherapy here at Vet Rehab after having surgery on his hips. 🐕

⭐ He is doing so well thanks to his very dedicated owners. Thor receives a combination of treatments during his sessions here and at home. Today Thor was an absolute star during his massage therapy and hydrotherapy ⭐ WELL DONE THOR⭐

If you would like to discuss how physiotherapy and hydrotherapy can help your pet, please get in touch.

📞 01952 820280
📧 [email protected]

03/11/2022

For our horse owning followers to be aware of

3 Nov 2022 UK equine influenza (EI) update

Equine influenza confirmed on a premises in Derbyshire in non-Thoroughbreds imported from a sports horse sale in Ireland. EIDS were also made aware of another laboratory confirmed case of equine influenza in a horse (so not a Shetland pony, to differentiate it from recent GB cases) recently imported to Scotland from Ireland.

We recommend caution if you are receiving new horses from any sales now at this time of year. Sensible if wherever possible new horses are quarantined well away from resident animals, which in turn should be considered for booster vaccination if last vaccinated more than six months previously.

01/11/2022

⭐️ Meet Sunny our star of the week ⭐️

🐾 Sunny is nearly 13 years young! She attends regular physiotherapy and hydrotherapy sessions here at Vet Rehab to maintain her mobility, fitness and comfort 🐾

🐕 Sunny is receiving Laser therapy here from our 4th year veterinary physiotherapy students. She is our star of the week because she is just that - a star! She loves her sessions here at Vet Rehab, especially when she has her massage therapy! 🐕

If you would like to discuss how physiotherapy and hydrotherapy can help your pet please get in touch.
📞 01952 820280
📧 [email protected]

11/10/2022

For any of our past graduates (and following VPs!) - job opportunity in the Scottish Borders

📢 WE ARE HIRING!
Are you a veterinary physiotherapist looking for your next move? Here at Greenside, we are seeking an enthusiastic veterinary physiotherapist to join our expanding team, who will be able to support and expand the active rehabilitation service we provide. Your commitment to our patients is to provide the best possible treatment plan and environmental adaptations to suit each animal, and out commitment to you is to complete annual continued professional development, involvement in research studies and getting to work collaboratively with an experience rehabilitation and regenerative medicine team.

Our benefits include:
• 5 weeks holiday + bank holidays + Birthday Leave
• External CPD funded
• Extensive free online Linnaeus CPD program
• Career progression opportunities
• Staff discount schemes
• Life Assurance
• Enhanced sickness pay
• Enhanced equal family leave
• E-car salary sacrifice scheme
• Wellness program including:
o Employee assistance program
o Eyecare voucher scheme
o Free annual Flu jab
o Cycle to work scheme
• Recruitment referral reward scheme

If this sounds like you, please visit https://bit.ly/3SHoTjf or, contact [email protected]