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I created this space so I can share my experience and insights as a veterinary orthopedic surgeon,
offering clear and approachable veterinary orthopedics content that hopefully can be valuable
for owners and veterinary professionals with similar interests.
Spondylarthrosis
Spondylarthrosis is a non-inflammatory degenerative condition that affects the vertebral bones of the spine. Osteophytes may form a complete bridge between adjacent vertebral bones, which is commonly referred to as “Spondylosis Deformans”. Treatment is mainly conservative and prognosis is determined by diagnostic imaging and patient’s response to treatment.
FHNO
FHNO is surgical procedure consisting of the excision (surgical removal) of femoral head and neck. The goal of FHNO is to remove bone-on-bone contact and restore pain-free mobility to a diseased or damaged hip joint.
Most patients will show signs of complete recovery approximately 6-8 post-operatively and will be able to return to their regular activity.
Feline Osteoarthritis: Introduction (part 1)
Feline joint disorders are often overlooked, underestimated and undiagnosed.
There is a growing awareness that osteoarthritis in cats is more frequent than previously predicted.
Ongoing professional education contributes to our ability as veterinary professionals to recognize, prevent, and manage feline pain.