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Can dogs get trigger points?

Do dogs get trigger points?

28 Sep, 2018

In humans, we can identify a trigger point (also referred to as a myofascial trigger point) by regionalised aching and more intense pain when we move or reposition ourselves. The onset of the aching and pain may be directly related to an acute injury, chronic condition or repetitive muscle overload.

As dogs can’t tell us if they have an aching muscle….

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Canine elbow joint

Elbow joint problems in dogs

03 Sep, 2018

Dogs need their elbow joint to flex and extend through its full range of motion so they can walk, trot and run normally. Full range of motion in the elbow joint is particularly required for activities such as walking up stairs, stepping over obstacles, and jumping. One of the main factors of elbow disease in dogs is thought to be….

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