Cannabinol (CBD oil) is a non-psychoactive compound derived from the cannabis plant which interacts with the endocannabinoid system and might be useful in management of neuropathic pain. I often get asked about it so here is a short video https://youtu.be/Z4BTS-2RSOw?si=M3CMVVpgzIkoC2mK

Latest video introduces an easy 7-point system to accurately assess acute thoracolumbar spinal injuries empowering a vet to advise pet owners, offer prognosis, & write meaningful medical records. #IVDD #neuro_exam #panniculus #spinal_shock #deep_pain https://youtu.be/X0hOUMO0zGE?si=jNidl-fn78-wedQn

Confused btwn #IVDD extrusion vs protrusion? Unclear what is hydrated nucleus pulposa extrusion, acute non-compressive nucleus pulposa extrusion or #fibrocartilaginous_embolism? Need information on the diagnostic imaging of #intervertebral #disc_disease? https://youtu.be/K8975sY-guY?si=i8iBp0UhxyzFaTOD

Identifying bony spurs (osteophytes) between vertebrae (on radiographs) is easy, but are they clinically significant? If you're uncertain or have diagnosed canine spinal disease as "spondylosis" or "spondylitis" , this video is made for you. https://youtu.be/AlJg-L3TbZ8?si=sebEHGWJFGBGxjJO

With popularity of #French_Bulldog and #Dachshund, #intervertebral_disc_disease is common.
When is surgery is warranted and when could alternative measures like cage rest, #analgesia, and #physiotherapy suffice? #IVVD. #spinal_surgery, #spinal_disease https://youtu.be/iGUYgXCYoDg?si=pTLOs4q6LLiwXLnv

Continuing series on #neuropathic_pain in #animalpainawarenessmonth. Video on #pregabalin is the sister video to last week's #Gabapentin focusing on the differences between the gabapentinoid drugs and when pregabalin is a better choice over gabapentin. https://youtu.be/fr3gu6S6guE?si=VrbWDSo-LaNTIQdx

Molecular structure of the inhibitory neurotransmitter GABA. Did you know that pregabalin and gabapentin are structural analogues of GABA? However instead of affecting GABA receptors they prevent release of the excitatory neurotransmitter Glutamate.

Very excited for upcoming conference #NeuPSIG2023. This is the opportunity to get up to date, to learn some translatable skills and pharmacology for animals with #neuropathicpain #animalpainawarenessweek

#animalpainawarenessmonth & next instalment continues management #neuropathic pain specifically #Gabapentin. Did you also that #gabapentin affects noradrenergic transmission in the locus coeruleus as well as glutamate in dorsal horn? #chiari #FHS #Fops

Gabapentin (left) and pregabalin (right). Model making on a Sunday afternoon