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A preliminary study into the effects of chiropractic treatment on the mechanical nociceptive thresholds (MNTs) of dogs showing behavioural signs of pain when wearing a harness.
10/07/2024 by McTimoney Animal
in Dogs
Dogs showing behavioural signs of pain (Helsinki Pain Index) when wearing a harness show increased sensitivity to pain of the thoracic musculature compared to dogs showing no behavioural pain. Chiropractic techniques focus on correction of joint function of the spine…
A preliminary study of the mechanical nociceptive thresholds (MNTs) of dogs showing behavioural signs of pain when wearing a harness.
10/07/2024 by McTimoney Animal
in Dogs
Many assistance Dog charities rely on the use of a harness when their dogs are working in public. Additionally, more dog owners are choosing the harness as a more welfare-friendly use of restraint when walking their dogs. Behavioural pain assessment…
An investigation into the influence of trained turning direction on passive range of motion, and static weight distribution in the forelimbs of dogs that compete in flyball
20/06/2024 by McTimoney Animal
in Dogs
Participating in flyball is thought to pose higher risk of injury to the forelimbs, especially during high velocity turns performed in the same direction (either left or right). This study investigated whether turning direction on the flyball box influences passive…
An investigation into hip and elbow joint range of motion and their relationships to bva/kc/ankc hip and elbow score, gender and age in Bracco Italiano dogs
20/06/2024 by McTimoney Animal
in Dogs
Hip dysplasia and elbow dysplasia are common orthopaedic conditions in dogs. Hip and elbow scoring is well-established as necessary for the health of breeding populations of many dog breeds, undertaken while the dog is still young. The study aimed to…
An investigation into spinal and pelvic misalignments in 8-week-old basset hound puppies
29/05/2024 by McTimoney Animal
in Dogs
Research of musculoskeletal issues in puppies is limited. This study aimed to provide evidence that spinal & pelvic misalignments exist in 8-week-old Basset Hound puppies and any associations with the birthing process. Highlights: Vertebral and pelvic misalignments do exist in…
A preliminary investigation into laterality differences of range of motion during flexion and extension of canine proximal limb joints
24/01/2023 by McTimoney Animal
in Dogs
A preliminary investigation into laterality differences of range of motion during flexion and extension of canine proximal limb joints Research into musculoskeletal imbalance and laterality differences of limb joint range of motion (ROM) in canines is limited. Bilateral ROM measures…
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