Dr. Jessica Bunch hosts a comprehensive review of hip dysplasia management strategies that go beyond traditional approaches.
As the most commonly diagnosed orthopedic condition in dogs, effective management of hip dysplasia requires understanding both juvenile and chronic presentations. Dr. Bunch explores comprehensive management strategies for this condition, emphasizing both medical and rehabilitative approaches to improve quality of life. Watch this webinar to learn evidence-based methods for managing hip dysplasia at all stages of a patient's life.
Learning Objectives
- How acute and chronic iliopsoas injuries occur and why treating them is important
- Pathophysiology and biphasic presentation of canine hip dysplasia
- When to consider surgical intervention vs. conservative management
- Current evidence for both pharmacological interventions and non-pharmaceutical, non-surgical treatment options
- Rehabilitation exercises and manual therapies to maintain muscle strength and joint mobility
- How proper nutrition and weight management can double the time before onset of radiographic arthritis
- Practical environmental modifications and assistive devices that improve quality of life
- Multimodal pain management strategies
- Case applications and treatment protocols you can implement immediately
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