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title: "IVDD: Diagnostics And Treatment"
description: Learn about the diagnostics and treatment options for intervertebral disc disease (IVDD) in this informative webinar by Dr. Gabriella Varcoe. Discover tips for rehabilitation, assistive devices, and home nursing care for neurologic patients. Download the slides for valuable photobiomodulation recommendations.
---

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# [IVDD: Diagnostics And Treatment](https://companionanimalhealth.com/webinars/ivdd-diagnostics-and-treatment)

 Written by [Companion Webinars](https://companionanimalhealth.com/webinars/author/awebinars) | Nov 5, 2023 8:35:12 PM

by Gabriella Varcoe, DVM, DACVSMR, CCRP, CVA, CVPP, Certified in Animal Chiropractic (IVCA), CVFT, Fear free Certified Human Animal Bond Certified

Dr. Gabriella Varcoe discusses the pathophysiology of the different types of intervertebral disc disease (IVDD), diagnostics, and treatment in this new webinar. She also reviews surgical and conservative medical management, plus in-clinic and home rehabilitation recommendations and tools.

**Learning Objectives**

- Tips and tricks for rehabilitating the IVDD patient
- Assistive devices and supportive supplies for the clinic and the pet owner
- Home nursing care for neurologic patients 
- Photobiomodulation (laser therapy) recommendations

[Download Dr. Varcoe's slides here](https://share.hsforms.com/1uuwRDvf-QvGqoJ6RaNEvyw430dd)

 

 

Please note that the original speaker will not be available to answer questions submitted for on-demand webinars. [Our medical team](mailto:medicalassistance@companiontherapy.com) will answer any questions to the best of their availability, but this may not be possible depending on the question submitted.

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