Orthopedic Medicine and Mobility – CSU Veterinary Health System

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Celebrating this season’s Kickoff K9s

The CSU Veterinary Health System teamed up with CSU Athletics for the Kickoff K9 tee dog sponsorship, featuring Wonder, a Labrador campus favorite and therapy dog, and Sunshine, a resilient tripawd rescued from Alaska.

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CSU orthopedic surgeon gives dachshund puppy two new custom legs to stand on

When Kelly Cvanciger and Shannon Washburn noticed their dachshund puppy Chunk’s hind legs weren’t growing properly, they sought help from Colorado State University’s Veterinary Teaching Hospital.

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Clinical trial leads to surprise diagnosis: “We have to consider the whole patient”

Gina Barrios enrolled her dog, Charlie, in a CSU Veterinary Teaching Hospital clinical trial to help other dogs. The trial not only treated his arthritis but also discovered a hidden tumor, leading to successful surgery and a promising prognosis.

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A comprehensive approach to improving mobility for pets

When a pet begins to have mobility problems, it can often feel frustrating and frightening. Common mobility limitations include difficulty getting up from the floor, refusing to go up steps, and limited ability to walk with the family. To alleviate concerns, pet owners may consider working with the CSU Orthopedic Medicine and Mobility service to […]

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Pain medications for arthritis

Pain due to arthritis or after surgery can be treated with multiple drugs. Each drug class treats the pain in different ways and may have possible side effects associated with therapy.

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Canine cruciate ligament injury

Rupture of the CCL is one of the most common reasons for hind limb lameness, pain, and subsequent arthritis.

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Arthritis management and prevention

About osteoarthritis Overview Osteoarthritis can affect dogs and cats – as well as all other pets – of all ages and sizes/breeds. Other terms used for osteoarthritis are simply “arthritis” or “degenerative joint disease.” Similarly to people, osteoarthritis in dogs and cats can be very painful and severely limit your pet’s quality of life. Common […]

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Canine fish oil dosing chart

The maximum daily dosage of fish oil for animals with osteoarthritis (310 mg/kg0.75 of EPA/DHA per day), intended for use by veterinarians.

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