Bandage Forms for Function
The form of the bandage dictates its function. An orthopedic bandage’s main function is usually to, maybe immobilize a limb. A wound management bandage mainly needs to keep a wound […]
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How to apply a Robert Jones Bandage
/in Blog/by FocusandFlourishA Robert-Jones (RJ) bandage is to immobilize a limb and reduce swelling; so typically with a fracture. The RJ can only be applied on fractures below the stifle and below […]
How to pick a TPLO course and actually do the surgery once you get home!
/in Blog/by FocusandFlourishWhen selecting a hands-on workshop it is important they only discuss one topic so that you can focus on learning the procedure in a way to do it at when […]
Why I did not create a TPLO workshop
/in Blog/by FocusandFlourishI am frequently asked if will create a TPLO course. It is important that the surgery taught in a workshop can be taught with a high success rate with a […]
How and When to use a Robinson sling
/in Blog/by FocusandFlourishThe Robinson sling is applied to the hind limb in order to prevent the dog from weight bearing on that limb for a period of time. Like most slings, it […]
Medial patella luxations in small dogs: what you need to know and who needs surgery.
/in Blog/by FocusandFlourishA medial luxation of the patella is a common finding in the small dog. Many are asymptomatic. The ones who are not usually start to show signs between the ages […]
Elbow medial collateral ligament test for veterinarians
/in Blog/by FocusandFlourishTesting the integrity of a medial collateral ligament in a dog or cat is quite simply. Be sure to perform this test after doing a closed reduction of an elbow […]
Elbow luxation and reduction for veterinarians
/in Blog/by FocusandFlourishElbow luxations are not very common in dogs and cats but when they do present it is important to get the luxation reduced. It might sound/seem confusing or complicated but […]
Vaginal hyperplasia in a dog and MUCH more
/in Blog/by FocusandFlourishToday’s case is that of an old dog that was dropped off at the humane society with a large pink mass protruding from her vulva. We agreed that this was […]
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