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Resources and guides to learn about surgical treatments and procedures.
Elbow dysplasia is a term used to describe a group of inherited conditions affecting the elbow joint in dogs. This guide explains the diagnosis, treatment, and expected prognosis for dogs with elbow dysplasia.
Hip dysplasia is a manageable condition, especially when detected early. Treatment decisions should consider your dog's age, severity of the condition, and overall health. This guide explains the options available and the expected prognosis.
Total Hip Replacement (THR) is a surgical procedure to replace a dog's damaged hip joint with an artificial one. This advanced procedure can restore your dog's mobility, comfort, and quality of life.
Intevertebral disc disease is a condition where the cushioning disc between the vertebrae (bones of the spine) ruptures and pushes into the spinal canal. This extrusion can compress the spinal cord and lead to pain, weakness, or even paralysis. This guide explains the treatment options and prognosis for dogs with cervical intervertebral disc disease.
Degenerative Lumbosacral Stenosis, or DLSS, is a condition where the spinal canal narrows at the point where the lower spine meets the tailbone. This narrowing is due to a bulging disc, thickening of the joints, or both. This guide explains the treatment options and prognosis for dogs with degenerative lumbosacral stenosis.
Hip luxation, or the dislocation of the hip joint, is an orthopaedic issue often arising from trauma, but can also result from underlying anatomical abnormalities such as hip dysplasia. This handout provides an in-depth look at hip luxation, the anatomy involved, and the available treatment options.
Medial patellar luxation is a condition where a dog’s kneecap (patella) deviates from its normal position within the groove of the thigh bone (femur), moving towards the inside (medial side) of the leg. This guide explains the treatment options available for dogs with medial patellar luxation.
This guide explains osteoarthritis, its causes, and a variety of management options, including the latest treatments available.
Pancarpal arthrodesis, a surgical stabilization of the carpus (wrist) joint, is commonly recommended for dogs suffering from carpal hyperextension injuries. This guide explains the condition, the anatomy of the carpal joint, and the rationale behind the treatment.
Here's a detailed guide on pantarsal arthrodesis to enlighten you about the procedure and the subsequent recovery journey.
Shoulder osteochondrosis (OCD) is a developmental disorder where a segment of bone underneath the cartilage in the shoulder doesn't convert into bone, leading to cartilage thickening. This guide explains the diagnosis, treatment, and expected prognosis for dogs with shoulder osteochondrosis.
Stifle osteochondrosis (OCD) is a developmental disorder where a segment of bone underneath the cartilage in the stifle (knee) doesn't convert into bone, leading to cartilage thickening. This guide explains the diagnosis, treatment, and expected prognosis for dogs with stifle osteochondrosis.
Intevertebral disc disease is a condition where the cushioning disc between the vertebrae (bones of the spine) ruptures and pushes into the spinal canal. This extrusion can compress the spinal cord and lead to pain, weakness, or even paralysis. This guide explains the treatment options and prognosis for dogs with thoracolumbar intervertebral disc disease.
The TPLO is performed to address rupture of the cranial cruciate ligament in dogs. This guide is crafted to provide clarity on what the TPLO procedure entails and what you can expect during the recovery phase.
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