“If we had not had the PainTrace to confirm that there was sensory nerve activity in the hind limbs, we very likely would not have Miso with us today.” – Dr. Christina Rock In the world of veterinary medicine, breakthroughs continue to emerge that change the lives of our beloved animal companions. Miso, an eight and a half-year-old Staffordshire cross, found himself facing a life-altering challenge after a serious injury. His story is one of determination, compassion, and a cutting-edge solution that saved his life. PainTrace® – a non-invasive pain monitoring device played a crucial role as it was used to detect neural sensory status, providing a more objective prognosis compared to traditional methods. Miso's life took an unexpected turn one fateful evening when a crash echoed through his home. Following the incident, he experienced a rapid onset of paraparesis in his hind limbs. While the exact cause was not immediately apparent due to limited ...

Assessing pain in pets is challenging. Animals cannot communicate their discomfort and sometimes, they even want to hide their pain from us. This has led to an increased concern for accurate pain assessment. Recently, there has been a push to develop new tools to help veterinarians reduce the subjectivity in evaluating pain in animals. A recent article in DVM360 titled "Assessing pain in pets" discusses the importance of recognizing pain in pets, as well as various methods for assessing and managing it. One of the newer technologies mentioned in the article is PainTrace®, a device that picks up on direct biosignals on the skin. These biosignals are produced in the afferent and efferent pain pathways in response to noxious stimuli and this sensory information is depicted graphically.   PainTrace is a non-invasive technology that can be used in conjunction with other pain assessment methods, such as visual analog scales, numerical rating scales, behavioral assessments, and multidimensional pain ...

What is subgingival hair?    Um, You’ve got a little something in your teeth...  Have you ever heard of hairy teeth? Actually, the medical term for this gross but satisfying-to-treat condition in dogs is called subgingival hair. Yep, some dogs suffer from impacted hair in the gingival sulcus, or the space between the tooth and gums. This is a result of short-haired dogs chewing at their skin in order to scratch an itch. Although this may seem harmless and a little gross, it has the potential to lead to a subgingival infection.   The hair that has become lodged between the teeth and gums becomes a breeding ground for bacteria. The hair and bacteria elicit an immune response by reacting to the presence of foreign material. Once the inflammatory response has mounted, periodontal pockets are created impacting oral health. If left untreated, this can progress causing structural damage to the teeth and loss of gingival attachment.   Treatment ...

"We see many pet parents in our practice that live in a "yellow light" zone. This means they are not immediately saying no (red light) when it comes to diagnostics and treatment but they are also not easily saying yes (green light) either. PainTrace is an amazing "bridge" to providing the best care for pets when it comes to any condition that can be associated with pain. I find that when I offer PainTrace and perform this test with pet parents in the room, the compliance rate becomes much higher when together we can visualize the pain spikes. I am a firm believer that seeing is believing for so many things in life, and PainTrace is another testament to this. There is no question that having this technology has helped us demonstrate the value of what we do as a team and helps pets get the diagnostics and treatment that they deserve." - Dr. Boaz ...

New Year’s Eve is one of my favorite holidays.  Not for the parties and the glitzy decorations and revelry.  Not for the resolutions and promises to improve. New Year’s Eve is a personal favorite as a time to reflect on our purpose, our work, and how we may impact the state of humanity.  That all sounds pretty big, and there is a lot to unpack in that statement. This week while interacting on LinkedIn I came across this single post which gave me laughter, joy, and resonates with the BioTraceIT Team’s sense of purpose. “The best use of science and technology is to improve the quality of life.” https://youtu.be/plCOPfl8Tgo BioTraceIT AGREES!  Here’s to 2023 and to PainTrace® improving quality of life!!  Cheers!

PainTrace® is all about partnership.  Working together, communicating, and sharing information generates success.  We are pleased to share the linked Q&A which highlights two amazing partners dedicated to pain management and limiting fear and anxiety which can exasperate pain. The International Veterinary Association for Pain Management (IVAPM) is a fantastic group of knowledgeable veterinarians focused on pain, pain education, and improving care. Fear Free was founded by Dr. Marty Becker focused on the human animal health connection with the goal to ensure all animals live happy, healthy, full lives. PainTrace® communicates pain for non-verbal patients and is a tool for veterinarians and clients to see the pain, quantify the pain, and track response to treatment over time. Together we all support Pet Wellness.  Pet Wellness is a partnership between veterinary professionals and patient care givers. Veterinarians Tammy Grubb and Ralph Harvey are featured in USA Today/Modern Wellness. See their Q&A on pain and pain assessment here: ...

Article by Joseph Harvey Editor of IHS Markit Animal Health (formerly Animal Pharm) Chemweek.com Canada’s BioTraceIT has introduced a tool that enables veterinarians and researchers to objectively visualize animal pain in real time. The company has launched its PainTrace wearable device in the US and Canada, with a field-based sales team. The firm claims PainTrace is “a first-of-its kind objective monitoring system that detects, quantifies and tracks pain in mammals”. Prince Edward Island-based BioTraceIT stated: "PainTrace leverages the BioTraceIT analytics application software, and offers qualitative and quantitative monitoring across companion animal care, equine and bovine care. This multi-species measurement tool will also be important for clinical researchers in pursuit of novel pain therapies and will improve efficiency in translational research. "PainTrace measures patient responses to examinations and treatments, aiding in evaluation of healing and recovery. Additionally, PainTrace offers instantaneous real-time measurements of both acute and chronic pain. Monitoring pain over time can potentially lead to ...

Whether it is our dog, cat, or horse we often find ourselves asking…  Where does it hurt?  How much pain is there?  In humans we found that we have the same questions.  One example, a loved one unable to express their pain due to dementia may often endure chronic pain without a voice to find treatment. BioTraceIT™ is pleased to offer PainTrace®.  We are quantifying pain to lead the path to wellness.  Working side-by-side our veterinarians, researchers, and healthcare providers there are many opportunities for PainTrace® to contribute to quality of life, family, and our communities.  Pain impacts everyone in many ways. Watch this brief animation to see how PainTrace may impact care. Our press release follows: Non-verbal patients now have a “voice for pain”: BioTraceIT™ launches revolutionary pain assessment and management device to Veterinary Medical Community   Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, Canada – Veterinarians and researchers can now objectively visualize pain real-time. The fourth vital sign is now ...