Posts tagged 'VetRadiationSafety'

IVMA Is Live in Ames Iowa

Love dogs?  So do we!  Today is International Dog Day and is recognized worldwide on August 26^th. A day to celebrate all dogs and encourage adoption. Vets frequently use x-rays to examine your pet's bones, internal organs and tissues so they can diagnose issues such as fractures in bones, foreign objects your pet may have swallowed, bladder stones and more. X-rays can help your vet capture two-dimensional images and detect pregnancy, enlarged organs and some tumors.

Z&Z Medical carries a wide array of imaging supplies and accessories to make imaging our favorite pets as easy as possible.  Visit the Veterinary section of our website to learn more!

YES, we love celebrating our furry friends and keeping them healthy and safe. That also means making sure that we have all the necessary supplies and accessories needed to image them when the time occurs.

Sandbags can be used to pull limbs forward, backward, away from the area of interest and to stabilize the patient. Ideally, they will be made of an easy clean material. Our sandsocks are filled to about two-thirds full to keep them flexible and are offered in a variety of various lengths for any imaging procedure.   

Foam shapes are used to support areas and avoid limb/joint rotation. It is useful to have a variety of shapes and sizes including a mini set to use on cats and small dogs.   Wrapping in cling film is recommended as an infection control measure for those non coated positioners. Z&Z Medical also carries an array of closed cell foam positioners that are waterproof and are easily cleaned if they come in contact with blood, urine, or feces.

Veterinary Immobilizer cradles can used to support the main body of the animal in conjunction with sandbags, e.g. ventrodorsal (VD) extended view of the hips/pelvis.   

Z&Z Medical also carries a full line of left/right (L/R) markers that are used to identify which side/limb is being radiographed or which projection is being used.  Whatever Veterinary Accessory you need, Z&Z Medical is your one stop shop.  Start shopping today!

AVMA Convention 2022 is back in person this summer in historic Philadelphia! Taking place July 29 – August 2 at the Pennsylvania Convention Center, this meeting has something for every background and interest. Reunite with the veterinary profession, and gain an educational edge through best-in-class CE – including hands on labs and workshops, panels, and lectures taught by veterinary experts. Network with colleagues, make new friends, and discover products and services that will enhance your veterinary career.

Not only can you take advantage of customized CE tracks and the chance to deepen your professional connections, AVMA Convention is also your opportunity to step back from the day-to-day and rekindle your energy and passion for veterinary medicine. Unable to join us in person? We will once again be offering a virtual convention option, streaming select education sessions to attendees online. 

Z&Z will not be exhibiting at this event due to a prior commitment, but we offer a wealth of Veterinary imaging equipment and accessories. Visit our website to shop today! Have any questions about hard to find veterinary imaging supplies or accessories – please contact our wonderful customer service team at info@zzmedical.com or talk with us on our Live Chat feature on our website at www.zzmedical.com

Well, National Frog Month is observed in April and is the month dedicated to these cute amphibians, the frogs. Unlike other animals, not all of us love frogs obviously with their look, appearance, and especially the croak-croak sound. Frogs are amphibian creatures found both on land and water. They are found to be predators and are playing a vital role in maintaining the environment throughout its lifetime. They have been valued as food by humans, and also have many cultural roles including literature, symbolism, and religion. But in recent years, frogs have been threatened with extinction for numerous reasons. There were approximately about 6,000 known species of frog found of which 4,800 recorded frog types were found worldwide except Antarctica. But in the past decade, approximately 170 species of frogs have become extinct. People and various organizations are using this awareness Month to focus on the universal decline in the population in locations across the world. We can also choose to celebrate them because they represent a symbol of transition, the leap from one thing, place, situation to another. Regardless of your reasons, keep in mind that these little creatures also on occasion need x-rays and when they do, Z&Z Medical has a vast array of positioning accessories and markers to assist you in your imaging needs.  Visit the Veterinary section of our website to learn more.