Some days it seems that canine cranial cruciate ligament disease (CrCLD) and rupture (CrCLR) are approaching epidemic proportions. Dogs that have had stifle stabilization surgery, either recent or in years past, dogs that have not done as well as expected post-operatively, dogs that have a stifle lameness but no positive CrCLD tests, and dogs whose owners are seeking out non-surgical options for CrCLR or stifle lameness will often consult an integrative or alternative medicine veterinarian.
Join Dr Laura Lee to discover how a fascial approach to diagnosing stifle lameness can yield surprising results, and enable treatment to be targeted to the specific area for more satisfactory results. Global fascial treatment strategies can be helpful in managing stifle injuries and long-term maintenance of osteoarthritis. Cases from Dr Lee's practice will be discussed.
Attendees will learn how to assess a stifle joint fascially for ligament and other injuries that may be concurrent with a cruciate ligament injury. Strategies for non-surgical treatment and long term management can benefit acute & chronic cases of this common orthopedic problem.