Services
The following services are offered to horses, dogs, cats and rabbits in Port Elizabeth and Surrounding areas:
Equine Diagnostic Services Orthopaedic examinations - Limb and back nerve blocks - Neurological examinations - Back examinations - Behaviour or pain work-ups - Conformation assessment - Poor performance investigation - Saddle fitment checks Equine Clinical Therapies Mesotherapy - Back injections - Joint injections - Legend injections - Pentosan injections - Platelet Rich Plasma - Tildren® Equine Rehabilitation Therapies Acupuncture - Acupressure - Electroacupuncture - Electroacupressure - TENS - Therapeutic massage - Low level light therapy - Cupping therapy - Rehabilitation exercise regimes Companion Animal Diagnostic Services Orthopaedic examinations - Neurological examinations - X-Rays (in clinic) - Pain investigation Companion Animal Clinical Therapies Pain medication protocol evaluation - Nutraceutical advice - Platelet rich plasma - Pentosan injections Companion Animal Rehabilitation Therapies Acupuncture - Acupressure - Electroacupuncture - Electroacupressure - TENS - Therapeutic massage - Low level light therapy - Physiotherapy exercise demonstration |
Acupuncture and AcupressureWestern Veterinary Acupuncture is a therapy which helps release endorphins to relax muscles and reduce pain. This is done through the insertion of very fine needles in areas with high concentrations of nerve bundles. Acupressure is also offered for those that are needle shy.
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Low Level Light TherapyLLLT and laser therapy both work on the same principle. When certain wavelengths are applied to the body, energy is released which aids in speeding up the natural healing of the body, decreases inflammation, stimulates the immune system and relieves pain.
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Massage TherapyMassage therapy is a non-invasive relaxing therapy which aids in relieving muscle tension, bringing about pain relief. It also improves blood flow, which in turn removes toxins and speeds up the natural healing in the body.
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What happens in a Pain Management Consult?
Companion Animals
1. Pre-Consultation Discussion: Prior to the consultation, a full discussion will be had either over the phone, email or Whatsapp to fully understand the situation and what sort of therapies may help.
2. Body Condition Scoring: This score is an excellent way of gauging if your pet's bodyweight and muscle mass is appropriate; something which is commonly overlooked when managing painful or mobility issues.
3. Diet and Nutraceutical Discussion: Nutrition and supplementation plays a big role in managing pain, and it can be overwhelming, so this is an excellent opportunity to assess what would work for your pet.
4. Colorado State Pain Scale Assessment: This method of pain scoring is scientifically verified, and gives a good starting point for what needs to be improved.
5. Veterinary Assessment: A full veterinary examination, including orthopaedic and neurological examination, will be undertaken, to understand how your pet is sore.
6. Medication Review and Tests: If your pet is already on pain medication, a full review to understand if it is suitable will be done. Blood tests can also be performed at this point, as chronic medication can lead to increased strain on the kidneys and liver. If any further medication needs to be dispensed, this can be done after the consult.
7. Physical Therapy Discussion: If your pet could benefit from physical therapy, which can be done at home, this will be demonstrated to you.
8. Therapy Session: Finally, targeted therapy for your pet will be provided. This may be acupuncture, acupressure, light therapy or massage therapy. The frequency of repeat sessions will vary from case to case, although are likely to be fairly frequent to begin with.
Horses
1. Pre-Consultation Discussion: Prior to the consultation, a full discussion will be had either over the phone, email or Whatsapp to fully understand the situation and what sort of therapies may help.
2. Body Condition Scoring: This score is an excellent way of gauging if your horse's bodyweight and muscle mass is appropriate; something which is commonly overlooked when managing painful or mobility issues.
3. Diet and Nutraceutical Discussion: Nutrition and supplementation plays a big role in managing pain, and it can be overwhelming, so this is an excellent opportunity to assess what would work for your horse.
4. Veterinary Assessment: A full veterinary examination, including orthopaedic and neurological examination, will be undertaken, to understand how your horse is sore. This will include trot-ups, flexion tests and neurological challenges.
5. Palpation: After the veterinary assessment, a palpation of every muscle across the body will be undertaken to feel for any knots, tension and soreness in the muscles.
6. Medication Review: If your horse requires pain medication, this can be discussed at this point and prescribed after the consultation.
7. Physical Therapy Discussion: If your horse could benefit from physical or basic massage therapy, which can be done at home, this will be demonstrated to you.
8. Therapy Session: Finally, targeted therapy for your horse will be provided. This may be acupuncture, acupressure, light therapy or massage therapy. The frequency of repeat sessions will vary from case to case, although are likely to be fairly frequent to begin with.
1. Pre-Consultation Discussion: Prior to the consultation, a full discussion will be had either over the phone, email or Whatsapp to fully understand the situation and what sort of therapies may help.
2. Body Condition Scoring: This score is an excellent way of gauging if your pet's bodyweight and muscle mass is appropriate; something which is commonly overlooked when managing painful or mobility issues.
3. Diet and Nutraceutical Discussion: Nutrition and supplementation plays a big role in managing pain, and it can be overwhelming, so this is an excellent opportunity to assess what would work for your pet.
4. Colorado State Pain Scale Assessment: This method of pain scoring is scientifically verified, and gives a good starting point for what needs to be improved.
5. Veterinary Assessment: A full veterinary examination, including orthopaedic and neurological examination, will be undertaken, to understand how your pet is sore.
6. Medication Review and Tests: If your pet is already on pain medication, a full review to understand if it is suitable will be done. Blood tests can also be performed at this point, as chronic medication can lead to increased strain on the kidneys and liver. If any further medication needs to be dispensed, this can be done after the consult.
7. Physical Therapy Discussion: If your pet could benefit from physical therapy, which can be done at home, this will be demonstrated to you.
8. Therapy Session: Finally, targeted therapy for your pet will be provided. This may be acupuncture, acupressure, light therapy or massage therapy. The frequency of repeat sessions will vary from case to case, although are likely to be fairly frequent to begin with.
Horses
1. Pre-Consultation Discussion: Prior to the consultation, a full discussion will be had either over the phone, email or Whatsapp to fully understand the situation and what sort of therapies may help.
2. Body Condition Scoring: This score is an excellent way of gauging if your horse's bodyweight and muscle mass is appropriate; something which is commonly overlooked when managing painful or mobility issues.
3. Diet and Nutraceutical Discussion: Nutrition and supplementation plays a big role in managing pain, and it can be overwhelming, so this is an excellent opportunity to assess what would work for your horse.
4. Veterinary Assessment: A full veterinary examination, including orthopaedic and neurological examination, will be undertaken, to understand how your horse is sore. This will include trot-ups, flexion tests and neurological challenges.
5. Palpation: After the veterinary assessment, a palpation of every muscle across the body will be undertaken to feel for any knots, tension and soreness in the muscles.
6. Medication Review: If your horse requires pain medication, this can be discussed at this point and prescribed after the consultation.
7. Physical Therapy Discussion: If your horse could benefit from physical or basic massage therapy, which can be done at home, this will be demonstrated to you.
8. Therapy Session: Finally, targeted therapy for your horse will be provided. This may be acupuncture, acupressure, light therapy or massage therapy. The frequency of repeat sessions will vary from case to case, although are likely to be fairly frequent to begin with.