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Idiopathic Vestibular Disease

Canine idiopathic vestibular disease often referred to as 'old dog vestibular syndrome', is a sudden and non-progressive disturbance of balance. This disorder stems from issues affecting the dog's vestibular system within the brain, located in the inner ear, and middle ear (Credit: https://www.vscot.com/site/blog/2021/09/15/vestibular-disease-in-dogs).

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How Canine Physiotherapists treat Vestibular Disease, including a case study

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How Margaret Kraeling, DPT, CCRT adapted the human BPPV techniques to dogs

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This video demonstrates the maneuvers used with people - and adapted to dogs for treatment

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10 practical tips for dealing with Vestibular Disease

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Outlines a week-to-week progression

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How Veterinarians diagnose Vestibular Disease in dogs

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Summary of Vestibular Disease

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FHO (Femoral Head Ostectomy)

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