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Joint Mobility Work With A Dog Recovering From Surgery

Comprehensive OA Care Plan
STEP 1: DIAGNOSING OA

The diagnosis of OA starts with an index of suspicion. When you meet Lucy, a 10-year-old Labrador that is weak in the pelvic limbs and the client describes her as “slowing down,” you will probably suspect that Lucy has OA […]

Orthopedic Exam Form

VIDEO: Conducting a successful gait analysis to assess thoracic limb lameness

The 5 Stages of OA

Staging allows you to identify dogs at risk of developing OA and those with clinical symptoms of OA. It provides a common language that we can use to communicate between veterinary professionals and highlights the progressive nature of the disease. […]

Orthopedic History Form

Diagnosing OA: Understand the Risk Factors

EARLY IDENTIFICATION OF OA Identifying dogs at risk of developing OA or those with early OA offers you the best opportunity to provide a life-long, comprehensive plan of care. Below is a list of known factors that lead to, or […]

Early Diagnosis of OA: Identifying DODs

Developmental Orthopedic Diseases (DOD) are the most common cause of lameness in growing dogs. Examples of DODs include: Hip and Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis/ Osteochondritis Dissecans (OC/OCD) Avascular Necrosis of the Femoral Head Patellar Luxation All of these conditions affect the […]

VIDEO: An Overview of the Cranial Cruciate Ligament (CCL)

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Client Specific Outcome Measures Form

VIDEO: Understanding Elbow Dysplasia

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