ALTERNATIVE THERAPY FOR TISSUE HEALING

Dr Jyotika Sangale and Dr D J Kalita of Zenex Animal Health mention the significance of alternative medicines to manage inflammation and damage of tissues.

- By Dr Jyotika Sangale and Dr D J Kalita of Zenex Animal Health

In dogs and cats, chronic enteropathies, impaired gut integrity, microbiome imbalances, as well as various tissue injuries are very common. These conditions may represent a continuous load of endotoxins, which may result in the development of diseases that are attributable to chronic inflammation. Management of such inflammatory conditions or damaged tissues can be a challenging endeavor. The contemporary scientific community has recognized the significance of alternative medicines derived from natural sources especially proteolytic enzymes and flavonoids in the management of inflammatory conditions and repair of damaged tissues.

The use of natural plant-derived compounds as supplements to conventional medicine in small animal medicine is becoming popular. Enzymes, especially proteolytic enzymes and flavonoids of plant or natural origin exert many beneficial properties and have been explored for numerous pharmacological effects. The combination of proteolytic enzymes and flavonoids supplements demonstrate a more complete spectrum of action as compared to NSAIDs against initial symptoms of inflammation.

Stages of Wound Healing

When a pet experiences an injury or wound, the body initiates its intrinsic healing mechanisms. This process encompasses several stages: hemostasis, inflammation, proliferation, and remodeling. The hemostasis phase, which occurs immediately following injury, aims to halt bleeding. During the inflammatory phase, the body dispatches white blood cells to the affected area to combat potential infections and eliminate foreign materials.