Practical Physiotherapy for Veterinary Nurses - Paperback

Report copyright infringement by Donna Carver (Author) Reflecting a rapidly growing area of interest in veterinary practice, this practical, pocket-sized guide to small animal physiotherapy has been designed for quick reference, providing the ideal guide for busy practice veterinary nurses when they really need it. Reflects the need for a text in this rapidly growing area of interest, providing the first on this topic for veterinary nurses Designed in a pocket-sized format so that VNs can carry it around for quick reference The author has ideal experience for this field, having worked as both a veterinary nurse and an animal physiotherapist This book is accompanied by a companion website which contains videos and self-test questions and answers Back Jacket Reflecting a rapidly growing area of interest in veterinary practice, this practical, pocket-sized guide to small animal physiotherapy has been designed for quick reference, providing the ideal guide for busy practice veterinary nurses when they really need it. Practical Physiotherapy for Veterinary Nurses is divided into four key sections, covering the areas of musculoskeletal, neurological, respiratory physiotherapy and hydrotherapy. It includes hands-on technique photos throughout to ensure procedures are carried out correctly and safely. This guide will help VNs be involved in rehabilitation programmes which focus on returning the patient to the highest level of function possible. This book is accompanied by a companion website at www.wiley.com/go/carver/physiotherapy-veterinary-nurses, which contains videos and self-test questions and answers. Author Biography Donna Carver BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy, Dip AVN (surg), RVN, MCSP Donna works as part of the Pain and Rehabilitation service at The University of Glasgow, School of Veterinary Medicine, providing physiotherapy and hydrotherapy to small animals. She started her veterinary nursing career in small animal general practice. She has previously worked at the Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies, Edinburgh, as a surgical veterinary nurse, and returning later as an animal physiotherapist/veterinary nurse. Donna is a member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy and has given numerous CPD seminars in physiotherapy and rehabilitation. Number of Pages: 240 Dimensions: 0.5 x 7 x 5 IN Publication Date: December 02, 2015