The Knowledge Center
SOUND® is dedicated to educating veterinarians on state-the-art technology and business best-practices. Our experience over the last 15 years distributing diagnostic imaging equipment and supporting clinicians throughout that equipment’s life-cycle has taught us enough to be experts in our domain.

As an avenue to share this expertise with the veterinary community, we are continually compiling unbiased, practical resources that cover topics across the full breadth of imaging, diagnostics, and therapeutics. This repository of information is built in the form of easily consumable articles and is organized in an on-demand, searchable platform that we call The Knowledge Center.

Buyers Journey

The Buyers Journey: a Guide to Intelligent Veterinary Equipment Purchases Part 1: Analyzing your Practice

This is the first of a 9-part series of articles intended to walk you through all the ins-and-outs of purchasing capital equipment for a veterinary practice.  Far too often important steps/factors are glossed over during the sales process, items that may not be clearly defined on product literature. Missed information can lead to confusion prior to purchase, other information gaps can lead to more serious issues down the line, when there is no turning back.
soundvetweb
April 16, 2020
Osteoarthritis in PetsLaser Therapy

Osteoarthritis in Pets: How to Look For It, Find It & Treat It

With almost no exception, you see cases of Osteoarthritis (OA) – the most common type of, if not virtually synonymous with, Degenerative Joint Disease (DJD) — every week in your clinic. Depending on the source, OA is reported to affect between 6-25% of animals in the general population, with that number growing at alarming rates. As a degenerative disease, i.e. one that gets irreversibly worse with time, it is critical to catch the condition early and act quickly. This article…
soundvetweb
July 29, 2019
Laser Therapy

What Are Laser Users Saying About Laser?

SOUND recently surveyed its entire laser install base to get feedback on their implementation. We asked questions about clinical efficacy, workflow integration, and financial viability. An encouraging percentage (over half) of our installs responded with answers to our questions as well as open-ended feedback. Our customers reported exciting levels of success across the board, especially with respect to: • Clinical efficacy • Decrease in concurrent medication • Ease of implementation • Immediate & Sustainable Profitability • Growth opportunities
soundvetweb
July 3, 2019
Laser Therapy

What are the Benefits of Data Integration in Therapy lasers?

Laser therapy is one of the fastest growing modalities in veterinary medicine. This trend started about a decade ago, and now about one in every three clinics employs therapy laser, with hundreds of new clinics implementing lasers every month. Despite this solid install base, virtually none of the laser manufacturers have built a laser that can integrate into a working veterinary clinic from a data-connectivity perspective. But that landscape is changing, leading to some serious benefits in technician workflow and…
soundvetweb
June 14, 2019
Ultrasound

How Much Does a Veterinary Ultrasound System Cost?

If you’re shopping for a veterinary ultrasound machine, you certainly don’t want to overpay or buy features that you will not use. In the same vein, you don’t want to spend good money on an ultrasound of lower quality, one that may be unreliable and need to be replaced in two-to-three years with little-to-no resale or trade-in value. The cost of your ultrasound will ultimately depend on how you intend to use it: • If you are looking for a basic…
soundvetweb
December 22, 2018
Ultrasound

4 Things Veterinary Ultrasound Can Detect and Diagnose That Digital Radiography Cannot

Ultrasonography and radiography are the two most popular imaging modalities in veterinary medicine, and each has its pros and cons. In some cases, both ultrasound and radiography are used to evaluate a patient; they should be considered complimentary imaging modalities. Radiographs provide a snapshot of large areas of an animal’s body. Digital Radiography (DR) offers superior images of bones, the lungs, and gas-filled organs such as the gastrointestinal tract. Ultrasound enables veterinarians to evaluate the detailed internal architecture of organs.…
soundvetweb
December 12, 2018
Ultrasound

What Are the Most Common Problems with Veterinary Ultrasound and How to Solve Them?

If you’re in the market for a veterinary ultrasound machine, the last thing you want to do is buy a system that is prone to malfunctions or that offers low image quality. These are two of the most common problems associated with ultrasound systems, but they’re certainly not the only ones. Some veterinarians do not appreciate the value of creating a plan to implement ultrasound in their practice before they make the purchase. This can greatly reduce the use of…
soundvetweb
December 2, 2018
Ultrasound

Top 6 Reasons to Bring Ultrasound in House

Ultrasonography is becoming the new standard in veterinary imaging. As a diagnostic tool, ultrasound is faster and more accurate in diagnosing certain conditions than radiography. It’s also becoming more and more affordable. The University of Illinois, College of Veterinary Medicine anticipates that ultrasound equipment could become as prevalent as radiography machines in veterinary practices. (1) The principal reasons for in-house veterinary ultrasound are: • Versatility in anatomy and pathology that can be imaged • Shortening the Time to Diagnosis • Better…
soundvetweb
November 21, 2018
Ultrasound

Top 5 Reasons to Invest in Veterinary Ultrasound – Including an Analysis of AAHA and University of Illinois Data

In recent years, ultrasound has become mainstream in the veterinary industry. But why? What are the top reasons people are investing in veterinary ultrasound? • Advancements in the technology • Affordable pricing to veterinarians as well as to pet-owners • Reduced Diagnostic Costs • Discovery of new diagnostic applications and specialty niches • Increase referral network
soundvetweb
November 10, 2018
Ultrasound

Portable vs. Console Ultrasound Systems: Which Is Best for My Veterinary Practice?

Now that you’ve made the decision to invest in an ultrasound system, there are several factors to consider before making the purchase. One of the most important is whether to buy a console or portable ultrasound Each design has its own advantages. Most console systems have more room for processors due to their larger size, which increases processing power and ultimately improves image quality. But today, portable systems tend to offer high image quality that is on par with smaller…
soundvetweb
November 2, 2018
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