Articles | Canine Arthritis Resources and Education

PEMF: Old is New Again

By Kara Amstutz, DVM, CCRT, CVPP, CVA Resident, American College of Veterinary Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation Osteoarthritis is a progressive, debilitating condition estimated to affect approximately 20% of dogs ≥ 1 year of age and 90% of dogs > 5 […]

What you need to know about Librela

What is LibrelaTM ? Librela (aka, bedinvetmab injection; aka Barensa in Australia) is one of the newest tools in our OA management tool box. It a monoclonal antibody (mAb) that targets nerve growth factor (NGF) and is used to control […]

How do NSAIDs work and how do they help my dog feel better?

An overview of NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) Arthritis is the most common cause of chronic pain in dogs. Managing that pain is the foundation of treating arthritis and preserving a high quality of life for your dog. It can be […]

Are joint injections available for dogs?

Intra-articular therapy, or joint injections, may help relieve arthritis pain and inflammation. While there is no cure for arthritis at this time, there are many things you can do to help manage your dog’s arthritis symptoms and the progression of […]

The Role of Surgery for CCL Disease

Cranial cruciate ligament (CCL) disease, also referred to as CCL rupture, is among the most common causes for pelvic limb lameness in dogs and should be ruled out prior to treating a dog for simply presumed hip arthritis. See this […]

Can Surgery Help My Dog?
Some Common Conditions and Surgical Options

Surgery can often improve lameness and reduce pain for dogs that are likely to develop arthritis. Below are some common conditions that can lead to arthritis, surgical options for each, and overall prognosis. It is important to consult with your […]

Could acupuncture help my dog?

Guest article by Leilani Alvarez, DVM, DACVSMR, CVA, CCRT Director of Integrative and Rehabilitative Medicine Animal Medical Center of New York What is acupuncture? Acupuncture has been practiced for thousands of years and has very few if any side effects. […]

What are some other oral pain medications that will help my dog?

Pain is complex and there are multiple potential therapeutic targets NSAIDs are generally considered the foundation of pain management for dogs with arthritis based on the extensive amount of research showing their efficacy and safety in dogs, but sometimes other […]

Pain Management