Archive for: Traditional Repair

Traditional Repair and TTA Surgery – Jake

Aug 2nd, 2010

Traditional Repair and TTA Surgery – Jake

Jake had traditional repair 7/28/10. This was Jake’s second surgery, as he had TTA (Tibial Tuberosity Advancement) in February of 2009. Prior to both surgeries we tried conservative management, but needed surgery both times. Traditional Repair – Post Op We are currently Day 4 after the Traditional Repair, and it has been remarkably smooth. Jake [...]

Extracapsular Imbrication Surgery, Traditional Repair Procedure

Apr 30th, 2008

Extracapsular Imbrication Surgery, Traditional Repair Procedure

In the extracapsular imbrication, also known as the traditional method and lateral fabellar surgery, your dog will have a strong leader line placed within the knee to provide stabilization. Some veterinarians will only perform this procedure on small dogs and cats, while others will use the technique on dogs of all sizes. There is no [...]