A skin graft is a segment of epidermis and dermis that is completely removed from the body and transferred to a recipient site. Skin grafts are separated from all vascular and nervous supply when implanted — essentially a dead piece…
The most common location of horse-riding-related injuries is the upper extremity (24% to 61%) with injuries to the lower extremity second in frequency (36% to 40%). Horseback riding injuries often occur to the arms as riders try to break a…
Post-operative wounds can be slow to heal, with swelling, redness, and oozing often reported for some time after surgery. While following a strict wound cleaning regime and finishing any prescribed antibiotics is essential, often some extra help is needed to…
Sciatica is a very common condition, affecting between 10-40% of the population. Sciatica is a pain that runs along the sciatic nerve, which starts from the lower back and travels through the hips and buttocks down each leg. The nerve…
As we age, our skin naturally loses some of its elasticity. This is especially noticeable on the face, neck, and arms. Reasons for this include the destruction of collagen and elastin fibres in the skin. Experts credit the role of…
Kissing spines (also known as wobbler disease or cervical vertebral malformation) is a well-known and common problem in many types of horses which are used for many different working activities. Kissing spines in horses is a condition that develops when…
A muscle spasm, also known as a charley horse or muscle cramp, refers to the involuntary, painful and forceful contraction of a muscle, most commonly in the thighs, calves, feet, hands, and arms. They can also occur in the abdomen…
Photizo Vetcare’s healing power helps to: Stimulate the production of collagen. Collagen is an essential protein used to repair damaged tissue. It is the most common protein found in the body. Increase circulation almost immediately. By helping to generate an…
A muscle spasm, also known as a charley horse or muscle cramp, refers to the involuntary, painful and forceful contraction of a muscle, most commonly in the thighs, calves, feet, hands, and arms. They can also occur in the abdomen…
Venous ulcers are leg ulcers caused by problems with blood flow (circulation) in your leg veins. Venous ulcers typically occur because of damage to the valves inside the leg veins. These valves control the blood pressure inside the veins. They…
