Canine Hydrotherapy

The benefits of water based rehabilitation therapy have been recognised for a long time.The problem is ensuring the treatment is undertaken within clearly defined control conditions.Clever design features from Technik Technology ensure your practise will be able to offer your clients the most advanced rehabilitation system together with weight reduction and improved fitness levels

To appreciate the benefits of aquatic therapy it is necessary to understand the basic principles and properties of water.

	Relative Density - The relative density of an object is the ratio of the weight of the object to the weight of an equal volume of water.
	Buoyancy - Aids in rehabilitation of weak muscles and painful joints by reducing weight-bearing on joints.
	Hydrostatic Pressure - Fluid pressure is exerted equally on all surfaces of an immersed body, the deeper a body is immersed the greater the pressure.
	Viscosity - A measure of the frictional resistance of a liquid, this is significantly greater in water than air.
	Surface Tension - Occurs where water meets air and as a result resistance to movement is greater than movement in air alone.
	Temperature - Water temperature can affect rehabilitation, aid relaxation and improve pain management.

These are important components to consider and understand when planning effective aquatic rehabilitation programmes.

1. Changing the water level promotes the proper resistence for specific joints or muscle groups .
2. The high visibility design offers outstanding viewing from every angle to better promote patients progress.
3. Buoyancy reduces relative bodyweight of the patient, minimising concussive forces on the joints and limbs.
4. Training in water is very effective in building up cardiovascular strength and endurance.
5. Hydrostatic pressure provides constant pressure on a limb to reduce swelling and improve circulation.
6. The unique walk through design removes the need to turn the patient around within the chamber after each session.
7. Adjustable water temperature promotes relaxation ,rehabilitation and pain management. 

Veterinary practice benefits:

• Standing out from your competitors is essential in today's increasingly difficult business environment
• Adding hydrotherapy to your practice allows you to complete the rehabilitation process
• Improves client relationships through better service
• Allows you to offer a referral service to neighbouring practices
• Provides added value to your clients
• Generates additional income
• Older animals benefit from a better quality less painful existence and the commercial benefits of an extended lifespan for working animals such as sniffer,search and rescue,guard and guide dogs is incalculable.

Ethylene Oxide Sterilisation

Ethylene oxide sterilisation has become more important to the veterinary profession as effective implementation of hygienic measures is advised to prevent and contain the transmission of nosocomial infections to animals and humans both within veterinary settings and in the community(FECAVA working group on hygiene 2010).

Whereas most veterinary practises have access to an autoclave for routine sterilisation of surgical instruments ,swabs and drapes etc it is more problematic when sterility is required for heat sensitive items such as endoscopes.clothing ,implants.catheters,electric or battery operated tools etc.

If you are considering the use of anprolene the following information may be of benefit.

1.When used as directed it is very safe.

2.Training is recommended and is generally provided by the supplier at installation.

3 At sea level ethylene oxide is a liquid below 51 degrees F.Above 51 degrees F ,EtO begins to boil and converts into a gas.It does not become an effective sterilant until 68 degrees F.So the room where your anprolene steriliser is installed must be capable of maintaining 68 degrees F for the duration of the sterilising cycle

4 Relative humidity should be at least 35% in the room where item preparation and sterilisation take place.

To prepare items for sterilisation four basic steps should always be followed.

1. Disassemble.

Items containing removable parts such as syringes must be taken apart before washing.Instruments which contain batteries should be taken apart and the batteries removed and wrapped separately to protect against a spark occurring .

2.Wash

Items must be washed surgically clean prior to sterilisation.For cleaning we recommend using a detergent.

3. Dry

Two accepted ways to dry any item prior to sterilisation with Anprolene

A. Towel Drying

B.Air Drying

Heat or hot air should never be used  for drying as it will dehydrate or dessiccate bacteria spores making them more resistant to the ethylene oxide gas.Items should be dried thoroughly as any water left on items may react with gas. 

4.Wrap

The following types of wrapping material are recommended for use with Anprolene

A. Andersen seal and peel.

B.Cloth ,like CSR wrap has an estimated sterile shelf life of 30 days

C.Self seal pouches

D.Tyvek paper pouches

Exposure indicators  which change colour when exposed to ethylene oxide are available.

The usual Anprolene sterilisation cycle is 12 hours plus a 2 hour purge cycle.When sterilising lengths of tubing 3 feet or longer or a full load of gas absorbant items it may be necessary to increase the cycle time to 24 hours.

Items made of gas absorbent material must be aerated at a minimum room temperature of 68 degrees F for at least 24 hours prior to use. 

For supplies or advice please contact me pfxtkavanagh@gmail.com

Automatic x-ray processor

Pre owned Agfa CP1000 in excellent working condition.Easily installed and ideal for the busy practise that requires consistent reliable results with the minimum of expense.

Recently serviced by Agfa engineer.

Can be delivered and installed anywhere in Ireland.

Digital Veterinary X-Ray

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Digital X-Ray Veterinary facilities have moved from the aspirational to inspirational with the launch of the new Konica Regius system.Weighing just 28kgs it has an incredibly small footprint and brings the superb versatility and speed of digital imaging into the range of all veterinary facilities.Veterinary customers have expressed real enthusiasm when presented with this really cost effective system and true delight when its capabilities and size are revealed.

If you are searching for a truly brilliant digital x-ray system then your search is over and even your bank manager may allow a little smile line on his/her otherwise furrowed brow when presented with the commercial argument!
For a product demonstration on your premises in Ireland please contact pfxtkavanagh@gmail.com

Website www.vetequipment.ie

Bovine/Equine Ultrasound scanner

Cattle ultrasound scanning equipment in Ireland has just taken a giant leap forward with the introduction of the latest Ibex scanner .Ultrasound is a wonderful diagnostic tool .It is most commonly used in cattle to detect pregnancy or problems with the reproductive system and in horses it can also be used to scan tendons for injury.The nature of these examinations expose the scanner to many circumstances which can be dangerous for electronic equipment.Dung,moisture,impact with hard surfaces,condensation ,dust and even occasionally owner abuse are all factors that contribute to a shortened lifespan of scanning machines.Vetequip Ltd in Cork  are now the official agents for the Ibex Lite and Ibex Pro ultrasound machines from E.I Medical in Colorado U.S.A.These units are built exclusively for the Scanning Professional and are as tough as the job .They feature:

Ruggedised Construction
Lightweight  goggles

Digital Imaging

Portable and lightweight

Intuitive and easy to use
Image storage

Economical

Long battery life

Please view the following video and then give me a call to discuss your requirements Pat Kavanagh 087 2503629 or John Sweeney 087 2670137 

                                               

                                                     Pat Kavanagh 087 2503629
Now you can view this product and many more in our online catalogue www.vetequipment.ie 

Small Animal Abdominal Ultrasound Scanning Workshop June 22/23 2011

Dr Paul Brazzell proved to be an excellent speaker.He combined  his unique ability to impart knowledge and undoubted enthusiasm for the topic with a measure of humour and entertainment that kept the capacity attendance interested to the very end.Paul enjoyed his trip to Ireland and hopes to return on a regular basis even if it is only to keep an eye on his proteges!!

Sharing and storing your Microscope Images

Clients really appreciate if when there is a problem with their animal they can see something illustrated which will explain the condition.It is a common perception that microscope images are difficult to project or review on a T.V or computer.This is not the case as relatively in-expensive adapters are now available which make the job very simple.
The requirements are
Binocular or trinocular microscope
Digital Camera adapter
or
CCTV adapter
or
Minicam adapter for analogue output to a TV
Digital cameras with screw thread lens housing such as Nikon Coolpix are recommended as non threaded units will need a linkarm.

Trinocular Microscope