Orthopedics
Diagnosis and Management of Feline Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis is common in cats, especially older cats. Because the clinical signs of arthritis in cats are very different from those seen in dogs, this condition is often not recognized until it is advanced.
Orthopedics
Hip Dysplasia: Navigating Surgical Options and Timing
There are several clinical and diagnostic features to consider when selecting a surgical option for canine hip dysplasia.
Orthopedics
Evaluation After Tibial Plateau Leveling Osteotomy: A Guide for the General Practitioner
TPLO is one of the most commonly recommended and most successful surgical procedures for CCLR.
Orthopedics
Multimodal Pain Management for Canine Osteoarthritis
OA is common in dogs. Management involves multiple modalities and must be tailored to each patient and its owner.
Orthopedics
Osteoarthritis: When Age Is Not to Blame
We need to focus on client education to better understand OA and its tie to excess weight, debunk common myths about OA and obesity, and learn how to recognize signs of OA-specific pain.
Orthopedics
Opportunities to Improve Outcomes in Arthritic Pets
Quality medical management of OA requires a multi-faceted diagnostic and treatment plan—a combination of diagnostic testing, multi-modal pain management, and weight management must be considered to most effectively improve patient outcomes.
News
Osteoarthritis Staging Tool for Dogs Now Available
Osteoarthritis is one of the most common causes of chronic pain in dogs.
Neurology
Gait Abnormality: Musculoskeletal or Neurologic Condition?
When an animal is presented to you with a history of lameness or a gait abnormality, you need to determine whether the problem is musculoskeletal, neurologic, or both, so you can recommend the appropriate treatment.
