Orthopedics

Struggling to localize forelimb lameness? This Q&A with Leilani Alvarez, DVM, DACVSMR, CVA, CCRT, head of the Integrative and Rehabilitative Medicine Department at the Schwarzman Animal Medical Center, breaks down clinical clues, diagnostic pitfalls, and strategies for evaluating complex cases.

The Senior Dog Veterinary Society is collaborating with Antinol Plus, a companion animal supplement brand.

Felixvet's meloxicam oral suspension is bioequivalent to Metacam.

The monoclonal antibody from Zoetis previously received marketing authorization in Europe.

Clinical study results show Synoglide's effectiveness in restoring biomechanics for improved joint function.

CT imaging is better at diagnosing keratomas and septic pedal osteitis.

A refinement of the lateral extracapsular repair.

Zoetis' relfovetmab product is a long-acting anti–nerve growth factor monoclonal therapy for cats.

The new Assisi Loop Lounge provides pain relief and comfort to dogs, cats, rabbits and exotic animals.

Virbac and the Senior Dog Veterinary Society are combining resources to provide innovation, insight and educational resources for the industry.

The monoclonal antibody therapy (Portela; Zoetis) is designed to provide relief from pain associated with osteoarthritis.

The authors guide clinicians through the care of dogs with the condition.

Tibial plateau leveling osteotomy surgery involves changing the anatomy of the knee

May is Arthritis Awareness Month, which is a good time to review our approach to this common diagnosis in small animals.

These articles focus on creating a plan for managing canine osteoarthritis, helpful tips for pet owners to implement at home, and a study that aims to better understand how IVDD affects a patient over the long term.

A recent study examined long-term effects of the disease.

Veterinary surgeons have only been able to replace feline hips in recent years

The nutraceutical 4CYTE Epiitalis Forte Dog was previously only available abroad and is now distributed domestically by epiq Animal Health and Interpath Global.

This useful practice can elevate the standard of feline care and allow earlier detection of chronic disease.

Results found Librela to have fewer adverse events and provided equal efficacy for managing osteoarthritis

Many therapies exist for osteoarthritis, but the best approach is multimodal and patient-specific.

American Regent Animal Health created the new resources in collaboration with the UC-Davis professor Denis Marcellin-Little, DEDV, DACVS, DACVSMR, DECVS

Elanco Animal Health announced the launch and availability of products to promote skin health, gastrointestinal health, hip and joint function, and behavior.

Approved by the FDA in January 2024, EquiCoxib is a noninvasive, liquid formulation.

Librela (bedinvetmab injection) is a monthly injectable monoclonal antibody, for which real-world drug experience data has been collected in the past year.