Pet Pain Relief by Dr. Jyl
Because animals react to pain differently than humans, it was once thought that they don’t feel as much pain. However, recent work has shown beneficial aspects of pain control for animals. Adequate pain therapy speeds up recovery and a return to normal function.
Owners are in the best position to know whether their pets are in pain because they know the pet's daily behavior. Slight changes in behavior are often the first clue that animals are in pain. Pets may not eat as well, may not move as well (e.g., climbing stairs or jumping into cars), may hide more, and may cry or whine in an unusual way. Be astute. Many pets, especially cats, are very stoic when in pain.
What we do to control pain may range from administration of analgesic medications to physical therapy or even acupuncture. New medicinal therapies have fewer side effects than older therapies. Hydrotherapy, massage, laser light, shock wave, ozone therapy including prolozone, prolotherapy, massage, PEMF, electro-acupuncture, and VOM (veterinary orthopedical spinal manipulation) can also aid in pain relief. Often a combination of modalities may be used. Many of these newer therapies are only now beginning to be evaluated in veterinary patients.
The veterinarian’s first step in treating pain is always to identify the source of the pain. Knowing the location and type of pain will aid the veterinarian in treating the animal. Veterinarians may use some of the same human drugs sold over-the-counter to control pain in animals. However, dosages are very different for animals. A very small amount of improperly dosed drug can cause severe toxicity or death in a pet. Therefore, if you suspect your pet is in pain, don’t try to treat it yourself. Make an appointment with your veterinarian. Contact Dr. Jyl for more information on how she can help provide your pet's pain relief.
Dr. Jyl Rubin DVM (916) 989-0738
Dr. Jyl's Vet Connection Hospital
Her attention is always focused on you and your pets needs
Dr. Jyl Rubin DVM, AAOT, CVA (916) 989-0738
7438 Cardwell Avenue, Orangevale, California 95662
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Hours
| Monday-Thursday: | 9AM-6PM | (all new client/patient consultation appointment times are scheduled between 10am-2pm) |
| Friday: | Closed | |
| Saturday: | 9AM-1PM | Boarding & Prescription Pickup & Drop off & Technician appointments only |
| Sunday: | Closed |
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We are still accepting clients in our office; however, we are not accepting any new mobile vet visits at this time. In the meantime, please contact other available mobile vets listed on our contact page.