Source: CVC PROCEEDINGS
 October 1, 2008
By:Michael Conzemius, DVM, PhD, DACVS
Use a systematic approach to ensure that you do not miss any problems. In general I use an eight step approach to the orthopedic examination.
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Source: CVC PROCEEDINGS
October 1, 2008
By:Michael Conzemius, DVM, PhD, DACVS
Certainly hip replacement has the longest history, and the best prognosis, but it is important to note that elbow replacement has now been available for a decade and knee replacement for nearly a year.
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Source: CVC PROCEEDINGS
October 1, 2008
By:Michael Conzemius, DVM, PhD, DACVS
The goal of nonsurgical and/or surgical management of the developmental abnormalities of the elbow is to slow the progression OA in the joint and reduce lameness in the patient.
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Source: CVC PROCEEDINGS
October 1, 2008
By:Michael Conzemius, DVM, PhD, DACVS
The diagnosis of hip dysplasia is commonly practiced but in my opinion is frequently misunderstood.
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Source: CVC PROCEEDINGS
 August 1, 2008
By:Janet Welch, DVM, DACVS
When we diagnose hip dysplasia owners want to know why their dog has it and what it means for their dog's future.
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Source: CVC PROCEEDINGS
August 1, 2008
By:Janet Welch, DVM, DACVS
Orthopedic injuries to the distal limb may affect tendons, ligaments, bones, or articular structures.
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Source: CVC PROCEEDINGS
August 1, 2008
By:Janet Welch, DVM, DACVS
Fractures of the femur and tibia occur commonly and are often a result of vehicular trauma.
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Source: DVM NEWSMAGAZINE
 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.
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