New technology could help reduce bone fractures in horses July 1, 2008 By: James M. Lewis

West LaFayette, Ind. — Tiny bone cracks caused by rigorous training usually are undetectable in horses before the cracks turn into hairline stress fractures or more serious problems, like the catastrophic bone failures that led to the deaths of at least three high-profile Thoroughbreds since 2006 and many others less well-known.

Practical Matters: Don't jump to conclusions in ataxic dogs July 1, 2008 By: Wanda J. Gordon-Evans, DVM, PhD, DACVS

A frantic owner brings in a 4-year-old Scottish terrier that cannot use its back legs after a collapse.

Missouri researcher develops new treatment for CCL deficiency June 23, 2008

Columbia, Mo. - A new method for treating cranial cruciate ligament (CCL) deficiency in dogs has been developed by a University of Missouri College of Veterinary Medicine researcher. The treatment is supposed to be less invasive with fewer complications.

Faux joints created for study of arthritis December 1, 2007 By: Krista Schultz

Columbia, Mo. — University of Missouri researchers have developed an in vitro joint model that replaces laboratory animals, cuts costs and improves safety when studying human and canine arthritis.

Canine hip dysplasia: Treatment hinges on phase of disease and age July 1, 2007 By: Christopher Thacher, DVM, Dipl. ACVS

Although it is expensive,TPO surgery can spare the dysplastic dog a lifetime limited by pain.

On the Forefront: Looking at canine angular limb deformities in a new way March 1, 2007 By: Derek B. Fox, DVM, PhD, DACVS

Angular limb deformities are common orthopedic conditions in dogs, and a wide variety of deformities can occur. These deformities have most commonly been described in the canine antebrachium.

Biomarkers aid early detection of joint disease, bone damage February 1, 2007 By: Ed Kane, PhD

Bone and articular cartilage turnover in horses occurs both in normal and abnormal states, in healthy and in damaged tissue.

Gift bolsters CSU equine orthopedic, reproduction programs August 2, 2006

FORT COLLINS, COLO - 08/02/06 - A $1-million gift to Colorado State University's equine veterinary programs will be evenly split between the university's Gail Holmes Equine Orthopaedic Research Center and the Equine Reproduction Laboratory.

Degenerative lumbosacral stenosis in dogs July 1, 2005 By: Marc Kent, DVM, DACVIM (neurology, internal medicine)

Degenerative lumbosacral stenosis is a common cause of cauda equina syndrome and a relatively frequent neurologic disorder in older dogs. If this condition is recognized early, treatment may help alleviate significant morbidity.