skeletal/articular problems: diagnosis, treatment, prevention Flashcards by karry cotter

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diagnosis

Physical Exam
Clinical Signs
Radiographs
Joint Taps (rarely done)

A

Degenerative Joint Disease (Osteoarthritis)

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treatment

Anti inflammatories
Weight loss, moderate exercise
Surgery

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Hip Dysplasia

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diagnosis

• Clinical findings
Radiographs

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Hip Dysplasia

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treatment

• Weight Loss!!!!
• Mild to Moderate Exercise.
• Anti inflammatory Drugs & Supplements:
- Nonsteroidal Anti inflammatory drugs
- MSM
• Cartilage Modifiers:
- Glucosamine – Chondroitin supplements
- Adequan: Inhibits destructive enzymes and prostiglandins

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Degenerative Joint Disease (Osteoarthritis)

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prevention

Prevent rapid growth in large breed puppies
Breed animals free of hip dysplasia

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Hip Dysplasia

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