Orthopedics
Hip, Hip, Hooray! Total Hip Arthroplasty in a 6-Year-Old Dog
Some of the factors for owners and surgeons to weigh during patient selection include severity of clinical signs, skin condition, concurrent diseases, implant availability, owner compliance, and procedure cost.
Orthopedics
A Positioning Guide to Orthopedic Radiography of the Pelvic Limb
Becoming skilled at orthopedic radiography requires knowledge of radiography techniques, orthopedic landmarks, and a lot of practice.
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Osteoarthritis: When Age Is Not to Blame
As veterinary professionals, we know all too well that the signs of osteoarthritis (OA) can be missed or misinterpreted by pet owners.
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Help Owners Identify Early Signs of Osteoarthritis in Their Dogs
Canine OsteoArthritis Staging Tool (COAST) is a tool for staging the impact of osteoarthritis on dogs. Since COAST depends on owner assessments, in addition to veterinarian clinical assessments, Elanco says COAST can help educate owners about osteoarthritis.
Orthopedics
Role of the Veterinary Surgical Nurse in the Care of Orthopedic Patients
Orthopedic surgery patients may require additional considerations compared with soft tissue surgery patients.
Orthopedics
Improve Outcomes in Arthritic Pets
Veterinary nurses who have conversations with clients about excess weight in pets improve the outcomes of treating osteoarthritis in these animals.
Orthopedics
Pain Management After Orthopedic Procedures
Managing patient recovery from orthopedic surgery presents clients, veterinarians, and veterinary nurses with a diverse set of challenges.
Orthopedics
Luxating Patellas: Pathology and Treatment Options
Patellar luxation is one of the most common hindlimb orthopedic abnormalities seen in dogs.