Ep 2. Sprain, Sprain, Go Away

As a veterinary practitioner, Dr. Jan Pol runs his clinic with utmost dedication and care for his patients who are all types of farm animals belonging to the locals of rural Michigan. His experience and expertise in treating these creatures have made him a household name, and in the show The Incredible Dr. Pol season 17 episode 2 titled "Sprain, Sprain, Go Away," we see him dealing with one such case.

The episode begins with Dr. Pol and his team receiving a call from a worried horse owner. Their four-year-old filly, Sapphire, had injured herself and was limping around the pasture. Dr. Pol decides to head out to the farm himself, and upon arrival, he examines the horse thoroughly. Sapphire seems to be suffering from a sprained fetlock, a condition in which the ankle joint of the horse is twisted and the ligaments are stretched or torn.

Dr. Pol understands that an injury like this can be severe and chronic, making the animal's life uncomfortable and even impairing its mobility in the future. Therefore, he decides to take matters into his own hands and treat Sapphire himself, as he seems confident in his ability to help her recover.

After giving her a mild painkiller, Dr. Pol decides to splint her fetlock and place her in a cast to immobilize her leg. To do this, he and his team need to maneuver and position Sapphire to secure the splint in place. The process is delicate and requires absolute focus and patience from everyone involved, but in the end, it seems to work.

Dr. Pol reminds the horse's owners that Sapphire needs rest and confinement to aid her recovery, and he advises them to keep her in a quiet, spacious stall with enough cushioning on the floor to help alleviate the pressure on her limbs. He also prescribes her some anti-inflammatory drugs to ease her pain and inflammation.

Meanwhile, other patients are undergoing treatment in the clinic. A woman brings in her pygmy goat for a check-up, complaining about his ear mites. Dr. Pol explains that ear mites can cause significant problems and need to be addressed immediately. He examines the goat and prescribes a topical treatment that is easy to apply and will clear up the infection. Another patient is also brought in by her owner, a Great Dane suffering from an ear infection. Dr. Pol prescribes antibiotics and ear drops, making it clear that this kind of infection is more common in dogs, and his team is well-equipped to handle it.

The episode also features the return of Dr. Brenda Grettenberger, who had been away on vacation for the previous few episodes. Her absence was a big deal, as Dr. Jan Pol had to take on additional patients and responsibilities. However, she returns in this episode and jumps right back into work with the rest of the team.

As usual, viewers get to see some quirky moments between Dr. Pol and his assistants, including moments of humor, laughter, and teasing, which lighten the mood and provide some comic relief. The team works seamlessly, showcasing their professionalism and their commitment to providing the best possible treatment to all their animal patients.

Overall, "Sprain, Sprain, Go Away" is a typical episode of The Incredible Dr. Pol, focusing on animal care and the dedication of Dr. Jan Pol and his team to provide relief to their patients, no matter the time of day or the difficulty of the case. Viewers can look forward to experiencing the team's compassion, skill, and humor in this episode.