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Displaying posts in Orthopedic Surgery

TPLO Surgery in Dogs: Dogs That Jump & More

Posted Dec 13th, 2022 in Cats Dogs, Dogs, Dogs Conditions & Illnesses, Dogs Emergency, Dogs Injury, Dogs Orthopedic Surgery, Dogs Services Treatment, Dogs Surgery, Dogs Tips Advice, Emergency, Injury, Orthopedic Surgery, Services & Treatment, Surgery, Tips & Advice

Your dog's cranial cruciate ligament (CCL) is comparable to a human's ACL and may require surgery if it is torn or ruptured. Today, our vets discuss TPLO surgery for dogs and how you can help them recover.

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Surgery for IVDD in Dogs

Posted Sep 9th, 2022 in Dogs, Dogs Conditions & Illnesses, Dogs Neurology, Dogs Orthopedic Surgery, Dogs Pain Management, Dogs Services Treatment, Dogs Specialty, Dogs Surgery, Injury, Neurology, Orthopedic Surgery, Pain Management, Services & Treatment, Specialty, Surgery

Surgery may not be the only treatment option for dogs with IVDD (Intervertebral Disc Disease) but for many, surgery is often the best treatment option. IVDD surgeries aim to restore mobility, reduce pain and prevent further disc problems. Our network vets explain more about IVDD Surgery for dogs.

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Osteoarthritis in Dogs: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

Posted Apr 22nd, 2022 in Conditions & Illnesses, Dogs, Dogs Conditions & Illnesses, Dogs Orthopedic Surgery, Dogs Pain Management, Dogs Services Treatment, Dogs Specialty, Dogs Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery, Pain Management, Services & Treatment, Specialty, Surgery

Osteoarthritis (OA) is a progressive, degenerative condition in dogs that becomes more severe over time. Although there is no cure for this painful condition, symptoms can often be successfully managed to help your dog enjoy a good quality of life as they continue to age with OA.

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Torn Cruciate - ACL Injuries in Dogs

Posted Mar 7th, 2022 in Dogs, Dogs Injury, Dogs Orthopedic Surgery, Dogs Rehabilitation, Dogs Services Treatment, Dogs Surgery, Injury, Orthopedic Surgery, Rehabilitation, Services & Treatment, Surgery

ACL injuries often occur in athletes, but due to the anatomy of your dog's leg, this injury is also very common in dogs. Today, we explain the symptoms of ACL injuries in dogs and the surgeries that can be performed to treat these common knee injuries. 

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Knee Surgery for Dogs with a Torn Cruciate

Posted Feb 26th, 2022 in Dogs, Dogs Conditions & Illnesses, Dogs Injury, Dogs Orthopedic Surgery, Dogs Rehabilitation, Dogs Services Treatment, Dogs Specialty, Dogs Surgery, Dogs Tips Advice, Injury, Orthopedic Surgery, Rehabilitation, Services & Treatment, Specialty, Surgery, Tips & Advice

If your dog is suffering from a torn cranial cruciate ligament (CCL/ACL), surgery could help get your dog up and running again. Learn more about knee surgery options for your dog's torn CCL.

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How to Care for Your Dog After Orthopedic Surgery

Posted Jan 28th, 2022 in Dogs, Dogs Orthopedic Surgery, Dogs Rehabilitation, Dogs Services Treatment, Dogs Surgery, Dogs Tips Advice, Orthopedic Surgery, Rehabilitation, Services & Treatment, Surgery, Tips & Advice

If your dog is about to undergo orthopedic surgery it's time to plan for its recovery period. Knowing how to care for your pooch after the procedure is essential since recovery from orthopedic surgery can be long and frustrating for dogs. Here, we provide tips on how to care for your dog after orthopedic surgery.

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ACL Surgery for Dogs - Cruciate Surgery

Posted Jan 1st, 2022 in Dogs, Dogs Injury, Dogs Orthopedic Surgery, Dogs Rehabilitation, Dogs Services Treatment, Dogs Surgery, Injury, Orthopedic Surgery, Rehabilitation, Surgery

The dog's cranial cruciate ligament (CCL) is frequently referred to as the dog's ACL or 'cruciate'. This connective tissue joins the upper and lower leg bones at the dog's knee and may become injured. Today, we explain what the three main types of ACL surgery for dogs are.

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