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Intra-Articular Therapy: HA

Hyaluronic Acid (HA) HA is a normal component of cartilage and joint fluid that provides lubrication. In arthritic joints, the HA molecule is smaller than normal leading to a less viscous fluid. Intra-articular injection of synthetic HA is believed to […]

Intra-Articular Therapy: Stem Cells

Stem Cell Therapy Stem cell therapy for veterinary patients utilizes adult, or mesenchymal, stem cells. Currently, these cells are derived from an animal’s own fat or bone marrow (autogenous) and are capable of limited differentiation (as opposed to embryonic stem […]

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Intra-Articular Therapy: Steroids

Steroids (triamcinolone) Steroid injections are a common treatment of arthritis in people and animals. However, we know that repeated steroid injections can be detrimental to the cartilage, so we typically recommend reserving steroid injections as a last resort for “end-stage” […]

An Overview of Acupuncture for OA

Guest article by Leilani Alvarez, DVM, DACVSMR, CVA, CCRT Animal Medical Center New York Head of Integrative & Rehabilitative Medicine Acupuncture has been practiced for thousands of years and has very few if any side effects. This ancient form of […]

Managing Weight as Part of an OA Plan

There is no aspect of OA management more important than weight management. It has been estimated that nearly 60% of dogs are overweight, and being overweight predisposes dogs to numerous serious or life-threatening conditions such as: Osteoarthritis Diabetes High blood […]

3-Step Plan to Help Clients with Canine Weight Loss

3 Steps to Client Compliance Step 1: Clear plan Just saying “Your dog needs to lose weight, you should cut back on the amount you feed” is not going to do the trick. Clients need a plan that is Clear, […]

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What should I feed my dog?

If your dog has been diagnosed with arthritis, you’re probably wondering what you can do to ease their pain and help them move more comfortably. While medications and joint supplements often come to mind first, one of the most impactful […]

Counting Calories: Low-and high-calorie treats for dogs

Losing weight doesn’t have to mean giving up treats When it comes to where dog’s get their daily calories, we recommend following the 90/10 rule: 90% of calories from a complete and balanced diet, 10% from treats! Treats can be […]

Canine Joint Supplements: How to Choose Among A Plethora

Guest Article by Leilani Alvarez, DVM, DACVSMR The Animal Medical Center New York, NY Dietary supplements comprise a multi-billion-dollar industry. In the United States, more than 50% of adults consume dietary supplements. In the early 2000s, sales of dietary supplements […]

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 […]