Sentences with phrase «fibrocartilagenous embolism»

For certain conditions, such as fibrocartilagenous embolism, degenerative myelopathy and polyneuropathy, physical rehabilitation is the cornerstone of therapy.

While any dog can experience a fibrocartilagenous embolism, this spinal condition more often occurs in big canines.

References VCA Animal Hospitals: Degenerative Myelopathy in Dogs Canadian Veterinary Journal: Canine Carpal Conundrums Martha's Vineyard Times: Visiting Veterinarian: Tincture of Time Veterinary Specialists and Emergency Service: Understanding Intervertebral Disc Disease in Dogs WebDVM: Fibrocartilagenous Embolism PetMD: Swollen Paws in Dogs

Fibrocartilagenous embolism occurs when a small piece of an intervertebral disc detaches and gets into a blood vessel, causing an embolism or blood clot.

Fibrocartilagenous embolism in 75 dogs: clinical findings and factors influencing the recovery rate G Gandini, S. Cizinaurskas, J. Lang, R Fatzer and A Jaggy Journal of Small Animal Practice (2003) 44, 76 - 80

There are several conditions that can benefit from acupuncture treatments, including osteoarthritis and degenerative joint disease, neurologic diseases (including intervertebral disc disease, fibrocartilagenous embolisms and seizure disorders) and generalized pain management.