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Dr. Hannah Capon
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  • Episode 48 - Applying the Biopsychosocial Model in Veterinary Care - Ben Cormack
    In this episode of Canine Arthritis Matters, Hannah Capon speaks with Ben Cormack, an international educator and musculoskeletal therapist with over 20 years of experience, about the relevance of the biopsychosocial (BPS) model in veterinary care.Ben explains the history and philosophy behind the BPS model, why it should be seen as a framework rather than a fixed treatment method, and how it can enhance communication, trust, and treatment outcomes. Together, they explore the parallels between human and veterinary medicine, highlighting how lifestyle, environment, psychology, and social factors can influence recovery as much as the physical diagnosis itself.They also discuss the pitfalls of over-relying on polypharmacy, the importance of prognosis over diagnosis, and why taking time to truly listen to clients and patients can be transformative. Ben shares personal stories, including how he applied these principles to his own dog, Teddy, and how small environmental or emotional adjustments can make a big difference in an animal’s comfort and quality of life.Guest Bio:Ben Cormack is a musculoskeletal therapist, international presenter, writer, and educator with a patient-centred approach to rehabilitation. He owns Core Kinetic and co-owns The Better Clinician Project, offering evidence-based education to health professionals. Ben specialises in movement and exercise-based rehab, integrating the biopsychosocial framework into his work. He lectures globally, contributes to academic publications, and still works clinically to stay connected to real-world patient needs.Key Takeaways:The biopsychosocial model is a philosophy of care, not a fixed checklist, and should enhance rather than replace biomedical precision.Listening to the patient (or client) is fundamental—understanding context and personal circumstances often guides better treatment decisions.The source of pain is not always the cause; genetics, environment, behaviour, and emotional factors often play major roles.Over-reliance on medications can overlook lifestyle and environmental changes that may have a bigger long-term impact.Veterinary care can benefit from adopting strategies from human healthcare, such as focusing on prognosis, social factors, and patient-centred communication.Relevant Links:Core Kinetic: https://www.core-kinetic.com/The Better Clinician Project: https://www.betterclinicianproject.com/Chronic Pain Symposium On-DemandMissed the live event? You can still access every lecture from the Chronic Pain Symposium through our Education Centre. Learn from leading experts in pain management and rehabilitation at your own pace.Access now: https://www.cameducation.co.uk/⸻Join the CAM Member ZoneGet ongoing support, resources, and exclusive content designed to help you manage canine arthritis more effectively. The CAM Member Zone offers webinars, guides, Q&As, and a community of like-minded professionals and pet owners.Join here: https://www.caninearthritis.co.uk/member-zone/Learn more about CAM:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CAMarthritisInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/canine_arthritisYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CanineArthritisManagementLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/canine-arthritis-management-ltdHave questions send them to: [email protected] tuned to learn how early detection can make a significant difference in managing OA in younger dogs.
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  • Episode 47 - Rehab for Arthritic Dogs - Practical Approaches - Dr. Laurie McCauley
    In this episode of Canine Arthritis Matters, host Hannah Capon speaks with Dr. Laurie McCauley, a leading voice in veterinary rehabilitation. Together, they explore how movement, touch, and integrative therapies can transform the lives of dogs living with osteoarthritis.Dr. McCauley shares practical strategies for at-home care, discusses the power of isometric exercises, and explains how tools like lasers and tuning forks can play a supportive role in reducing pain and improving mobility. The conversation also highlights common missteps by both caregivers and clinicians and emphasizes low-cost, high-impact interventions that anyone can implement.Whether you’re a vet, physio, or pet parent, this episode offers grounded advice and inspiration for helping dogs move and feel better—no matter their age or condition.Guest BioDr. Laurie McCauley has dedicated her career to keeping pets happy, healthy, and mobile. A graduate of Colorado State University’s School of Veterinary Medicine, she spent six years in general practice before pioneering the field of veterinary rehabilitation. She designed the first underwater treadmill for dogs and opened one of the first dedicated rehab clinics.Board-certified in canine sports medicine and rehabilitation, Dr. McCauley is also certified in acupuncture and chiropractic therapy. She served on the faculty of the Canine Rehabilitation Institute for 14 years, lectures internationally, and contributes to leading veterinary journals and textbooks.She currently runs Red Tail Rehab, a mobile rehab clinic based in North Carolina, and is the founder of Optimum Pet Vitality—an online education platform offering courses for both professionals and pet parents.Courses include laser therapy, myofascial work, and her widely popular tuning fork therapy program. Her mission is to teach people how to help their pets live longer, stronger lives through hands-on care, education, and empowerment.Key Takeaways1. Use isometric exercisesRhythmic stabilization and three-legged stands are low-risk exercises that build strength safely. They are especially valuable for geriatric or fragile dogs and can be done at home with minimal equipment.2. Touch is therapyGentle, intentional touch can reduce cortisol, improve circulation, and support pain relief. It’s not just emotional—it’s physiological. Don’t underestimate the power of your hands.3. Walk your dog dailyEven dogs with arthritis benefit from daily walks. Movement maintains joint health and stamina. Frequency, not distance, is what matters.4. Exercise must be tailoredActivities like ball play can be risky if done without thought. Understanding the dog’s physical condition is critical to choosing appropriate, safe exercises.5. Therapies like PEMF and tuning forks work—but require knowledgeModalities such as lasers, tuning forks, and PEMF devices can reduce pain and support healing—but they’re most effective (and safest) when used by someone trained.Relevant Links: • Optimum Pet Vitality online learning hub: https://www.optimumpetvitality.com/ • Tuning Fork Therapy Course: https://courses.optimumpetvitality.com/tuning-into-your-dog This episode is supported by Accord Animal Health, makers of PerNic® Cox—a palatable joint support paste for dogs, formulated with cold-pressed Green Lipped Mussel oil. It’s delivered in an easy-to-use syringe for precise dosing, ideal for dogs with osteoarthritis.Learn more about PerNic® Cox and the full range of natural supplements at:https://accord-animalhealth.comLearn more about CAM: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CAMarthritisInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/canine_arthritisYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CanineArthritisManagementLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/canine-arthritis-management-ltdHave questions send them to: [email protected] tuned to learn how early detection can make a significant difference in managing OA in younger dogs.
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  • Episode 46 - Rethinking Mobility: On Functional Movement in Dogs - Georgia Wells
    Hannah Capon speaks with PhD researcher Georgia Wells about functional mobility in dogs—what it really means, how it differs from lameness, and why current tools like CBPI and LOAD only scratch the surface. Georgia shares the path from dog grooming to academia, her current research on developing a functional mobility scale for caregivers to use at home, and why assessing everyday activities like toileting, eating, and play could be key to detecting problems earlier. A must-listen for anyone invested in chronic pain, early OA detection, or environmental modification.Georgia Wells is a PhD candidate with Scotland’s Rural College and the University of Edinburgh, researching functional mobility in dogs. Her background spans zoology, locomotion studies (including pangolins!), and hands-on grooming experience. This blend of academic and real-world insight informs her work on developing a functional mobility scale that empowers caregivers to notice and act on subtle movement changes in dogs. Georgia is passionate about improving welfare through better owner-led assessment and early detection of compromised mobility.Key Takeaways​Functional mobility = more than gait—it’s about how dogs do daily tasks like toileting, eating, and moving between spaces.​Caregivers are uniquely positioned to notice changes, but they need the right tools and guidance.​Georgia’s scale is designed to be practical, accessible, and usable at home—unlike current vet-only tools.​Environmental factors (stairs, flooring, access) often go unnoticed but drastically impact function and comfort.​Functional changes may signal disease earlier than clinical signs—making this scale a future game-changer.Useful CAM Tools Mentioned (All in Member Zone):​Chronic Pain Indicator Chart​Suspicion of Chronic Pain Form​Good Day – Bad Day Diary​It’s My Home Too – Environmental Checklist (Home FAST adaptation)Join the CAM Member ZoneFor just £35 per year, get access to CAM’s full library of caregiver tools, printouts, and support materials.https://caninearthritis.co.uk/the-cam-member-zone/Get Involved – Participate in Georgia’s StudyGeorgia is currently recruiting dogs (healthy and mobility-compromised) to validate her functional mobility scale.Register your interest: https://static.onlinesurveys.ac.uk/static/common/html/maintenance.htmlOr email: [email protected] her paper here - https://pure.sruc.ac.uk/ws/portalfiles/portal/89957113/1-s2.0-S1090023324000625-main.pdfSponsor AcknowledgementThis podcast is sponsored by ZoetisWe’re proud to acknowledge Zoetis for supporting the education of veterinary and allied professionals, including through their sponsorship of the Chronic Pain Symposium (CPS).Learn more about CAM:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CAMarthritisInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/canine_arthritisYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CanineArthritisManagementLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/canine-arthritis-management-ltdHave questions send them to: [email protected] tuned to learn how early detection can make a significant difference in managing OA in younger dogs.
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  • Episode 45 - Acute Flares: Just the Beginning - Nicole Bausch
    In this episode, physiotherapist and researcher Nicole Bausch joins Hannah Capon to explore the overlooked concept of acute flares in canine osteoarthritis. Drawing from her background in the human health sector, Nicole explains how flares have only recently been formally defined even in people, and why this definition is essential for improving communication, treatment decisions, and outcomes in dogs. Hannah shares real-world challenges from clinical practice and personal experience, highlighting the risks of overmedication, caregiver distress, and missed welfare concerns when flares are not recognised or understood.Key Takeaways1. Acute flares are common but under-recognised. Until recently, even the human sector lacked a clear definition of OA flares.2. Flare-ups can resolve spontaneously. Without awareness, vets may escalate medications unnecessarily or prematurely consider euthanasia.3. Flares affect quality of life. They can cause days or weeks of discomfort, disrupting sleep, mood, and daily activity.4. Imaging often doesn’t reflect pain. Radiographs or scans may not match what the dog is showing behaviourally.5. Triggers matter. Nicole and Hannah discuss how physical and emotional triggers like overactivity or stress can initiate flares.6. Better communication prevents problems. Hannah suggests that clearer explanations could reduce inappropriate spending and treatment.7. Real-life insight: Nicole describes flare patterns in her own 16-year-old Jack Russell and how understanding them changed her approach.8. Hannah on definition scope: “That’s all of OA until you cut it out, really isn’t it?”Don’t let flares catch you off guard.The CAM Acute Flare Kit is designed to help caregivers and professionals recognise, track, and respond to flare-ups quickly and confidently—reducing suffering and avoiding unnecessary treatment changes.Packed with practical tools, guidance, and templates, it supports you in managing discomfort as it happens and helps you spot patterns before they escalate.Access the Acute Flare Kit now in the CAM Member ZoneJoin the CAM Member ZoneFor just £35 per year, get access to CAM’s full library of caregiver tools, printouts, and support materials. - https://caninearthritis.co.uk/the-cam-member-zone/External Tools / Concepts Discussed:1. FLARE-OA16 Questionnaire (human OA flare measurement – currently in development)2. James Lind Alliance Research Priorities – https://www.jla.nihr.ac.uk3. OMERACT Working Group Flare Definition – https://omeract.org Learn more about CAM:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CAMarthritisInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/canine_arthritisYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CanineArthritisManagementLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/canine-arthritis-management-ltdHave questions send them to: [email protected] tuned to learn how early detection can make a significant difference in managing OA in younger dogs.
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  • Episode 44 - Objective monitoring techniques to manage pain and mobility issues - Prof Ducan Lascelles
    In this episode, Professor Duncan Lascelles joins Hannah Capon to explore the future of pain management in dogs with osteoarthritis. Duncan shares insights from his extensive research into pain detection and his work on AniV8’s development of objective tools to measure chronic pain in companion animals. They walk through a case study to demonstrate how early recognition and a structured approach can transform outcomes. The discussion highlights why osteoarthritis should be viewed as a disease of younger dogs, and why early intervention opens the door to more treatment options and a better quality of life.Published 2023 – https://youtu.be/M_adx3azXT0Brief BioDuncan Lascelles is Professor of Small Animal Surgery and Pain Management at North Carolina State University. He leads the Translational Research in Pain (TRiP) program, which investigates how to detect and treat pain associated with spontaneous disease in animals. He is also Director of the Comparative Pain Research and Education Centre (CPREC) and Co-founder of AniV8, a company dedicated to developing innovative tools for measuring pain in companion animals. His work aims to advance both veterinary and human pain medicine.Key TakeawaysOsteoarthritis is not just a disease of older dogs—early onset is common and often overlooked.Objective tools to measure pain are crucial for both research and day-to-day treatment monitoring.AniV8 is working on new tech to measure pain through real-time, data-driven methods.A structured approach to case workups ensures no aspect of the dog’s condition is missed.Early diagnosis improves quality of life and increases the number of effective treatment options.Relevant LinksAniV8 – https://aniv8.comUseful CAM Tools Mentioned (All in Member Zone)Chronic Pain Indicator ChartSuspicion of Chronic Pain FormGood Day – Bad Day DiaryJoin the CAM Member Zone - For just £35 per year, get access to CAM’s full library of caregiver tools, printouts, and support materials.🡆 https://caninearthritis.co.uk/the-cam-member-zone/External Tools MentionedCanine Brief Pain Inventory (CBPI) – University of Pennsylvania:https://www.vet.upenn.edu/research/centers-laboratories/research-laboratory/clinical-investigation-center/current-clinical-trials/canine-brief-pain-inventoryLOAD (Liverpool Osteoarthritis in Dogs) – Elanco resourcehttps://mypetandi.elanco.com/uk/dog/loadHelsinki Chronic Pain Index (available via the Pawsita app)https://www.pawsita.comLearn more about CAM:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CAMarthritisInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/canine_arthritisYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CanineArthritisManagementLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/canine-arthritis-management-ltdHave questions send them to: [email protected] tuned to learn how early detection can make a significant difference in managing OA in younger dogs.
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Welcome to Canine Arthritis Matters, your go-to resource for canine health and wellbeing. Hosted by Dr. Hannah Capon, our podcast provides valuable insights and practical advice on managing canine arthritis, mobility issues, and chronic pain. Our goal is to educate and support dog owners in early identification, proactive management, and comprehensive care practices, ensuring dogs lead long, comfortable, and happy lives. Join us on this journey to improve the quality of life for your furry Have questions send them to: [email protected] https://caninearthritis.co.uk/
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