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 […]

Overview of Omega 3 Fatty Acids for OA

Before considering using Omega-3s please talk to your veterinarian to ensure that they recommend this type of supplement for your dog. Please also talk to them about their preferred brand or formulation of Omega-3s (enriched in diet vs. oil vs. […]

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 […]

Non-surgical management of CCL disease

When is non-surgical management off CCL disease recommended? If your dog has a tear or sprain in their CCL (read more here), surgery is typically the fastest way of returning your pet to an active lifestyle and considered the gold-standard, […]

Overview of the role of rehabilitation for arthritis

Physical rehabilitation offers a number of techniques that can help decrease pain and improve mobility in dogs with arthritis. It can broadly be divided into three categories: Manual therapy Therapeutic modalities Therapeutic exercise Manual Therapy Manual therapy is what human […]

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