Show Notes
Is your dog’s back hurting? The top signs every pet parent should know. Back pain and IVDD (Intervertebral Disc Disease) are some of the most common issues that can affect our canine companions, especially as they age or if they're a predisposed breed. Whether it's a sudden limp, difficulty jumping, or general discomfort, identifying the warning signs early is crucial for helping your dog avoid serious injury and improve their quality of life. IVDD occurs when spinal discs become damaged or degenerate, causing pain, nerve damage, and even paralysis. While breeds like Dachshunds and Cocker Spaniels are especially vulnerable, back pain can affect dogs of any size. Left untreated, it can lead to chronic pain and reduced mobility, making effective management crucial. From supportive bedding and non-slip surfaces to rehab, acupuncture, mobility exercises, and harness support, there are many ways to help manage your dog’s back pain at home. Working closely with a qualified rehab professional and veterinarian will ensure the best approach to managing their condition and improving their quality of life. On this episode, licensed Physiotherapist and Canine Rehab Therapist, Sarah MacKeigan joins us to discuss: How to recognize different types of back pain. The causes and symptoms of IVDD. Practical home care for dogs with back pain or IVDD Comparing surgical versus conservative treatments.
Original LIVE aired Dec 29, 2024. To watch video podcasts LIVE, plus take part with your comments & questions, subscribe at Inside Scoop. TIMESTAMPS 00:06:52 Northwest Natural Recall 00:011:37 How Often does Back Pain Come Up? 00:17:56 Spinal Cord Anatomy 00:20:24 Types of Diseases 00:28:14 What to do when your Pet is in Pain 00:30:09 Symptoms 00:35:13 When to Take Action 00:49:45 Study of Conservative Management of Acute Thoracolumbar Disk Extrusion 00:55:22 Maintenance for a dog that is down 01:01:00 Urinary Tract Infections 01:06:10 Importance of TeleConsultations 01:11:22 Rehab 01:35:26 Prevention 01:44:57 Things to Avoid MENTIONED Sarah MacKeigan Upward Dog Rehab & Wellness Emerging and Adjunctive Therapies for Spinal Cord Injury Following Acute Canine Intervertebral Disc Herniation Conservative Management of Intervertebral Disc Herniations in the paretic dog A review of intervertebral disc disease classification in dogs Recovery of ambulation in small, nonbrachycephalic dogs after conservative management of acute thoracolumbar disk extrusion Mechanisms of injury and emergency care of acute spinal cord injuries in dogs and cats Classification of Intervertebral Disc Disease ACVIM consensus statement on diagnosis and management of acute canine thoracolumbar intervertebral disc extrusion Recurrence rate of intervertebral disc disease in surgically treated French Bulldogs Improving Neurological Outcome with Acupuncture and Rehabilitation Acupuncture effects on dogs with Intervertebral Disk Disease Natural products can modulate inflammation in intervertebral disc degeneration Lion's Mane: A potential treatment for neurologic disorders in veterinary medicine Prognostic factors in canine acute intervertebral disc disease DachsLife 2015: an investigation of lifestyle associations with the risk of intervertebral disc disease in Dachshunds
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