{"id":1195,"date":"2021-07-11T06:22:00","date_gmt":"2021-07-11T10:22:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.ovrs.com\/blog\/?p=1195"},"modified":"2021-07-29T20:22:00","modified_gmt":"2021-07-30T00:22:00","slug":"pet-arthroscopy-a-view-from-inside","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ovrs.com\/blog\/pet-arthroscopy-a-view-from-inside\/","title":{"rendered":"All About Arthroscopy for Pets"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Like us, our pets suffer from a variety of orthopedic issues<\/a>. As in human medicine, veterinary medicine offers techniques and treatment protocols that enhance the lives of fur friends with mobility problems<\/a> and injuries. This is why arthroscopy for pets<\/em><\/strong> is such an exciting tool in treatment. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Oakland Veterinary Referral Services<\/a> wants to give you an overview and explore the many benefits of arthroscopy as it relates to your best friend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

An Overview of Arthroscopy for Pets<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Arthroscopy is a procedure used to treat joint diseases. A specialized camera that resembles a telescope helps us get a closer look at the joints. Much like an endoscope<\/a>, this device captures images of the joint interior without the need for a major exploratory surgery. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

During an arthroscopic procedure, we anesthetize our patient and make a small incision about the size of a pea or button in the joint. This allows us to insert the arthroscope. Once in place, we magnify the interior to look at the tendons, ligaments, and surrounding structures of the joint. With this enhanced view<\/a>, a veterinarian can better assess the condition of the joint and look for abnormalities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

During treatment, we use the same tiny incision to insert our surgical instruments and correct the problem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Advantages of Arthroscopy for Pets<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Most pet owners are concerned about traditional surgical procedures<\/a> due to their invasive or complex nature. This is why arthroscopy (and endoscopy) is one of the best advancements in veterinary surgical procedures because it is minimally invasive. This means that we don\u2019t need to open up the whole joint and the incisions are quite small. The procedure itself allows for faster recovery<\/a> and healing of the scars. Take a closer look inside of arthroscopy<\/a> for common cruciate ligament tears or ruptures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Conditions Can Arthroscopy for Pets Treat<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Veterinary arthroscopy focuses primarily on the joints of your pet\u2019s knee, shoulder, and elbow. We can diagnose and treat the following conditions using this amazing instrument.<\/p>\n\n\n\n