May 8th, 2008
Questions to Ask Your Vet Prior to CCL Surgery
If you and your veterinarian have decided to take surgical approach (TTA, TPLO, traditional/extracapsular/lateral suture repair, Tightrope) to correcting your dog’s cranial cruciate ligament rupture, you will want to be prepared for what to do prior to your dog’s knee surgery. The following checklist will provide a general idea of talking points to discuss [...]
May 1st, 2008
TPLO vs. TTA for Cranial Cruciate Ligament Repair
TPLO, or tibial plateau leveling osteotomy, and TTA, or tibial tuberosity advancement, are two very new and biomechanically similar surgical techniques. Both the TPLO and TTA create stability within the dog stifle by altering the angle of the knee and using implants to hold the knee in place while the joint heals in its [...]
Apr 29th, 2008
What Happens if a CCL Rupture is Not Repaired?
Surgical intervention for cranial cruciate ligament repair can be a costly and time-intensive process. The procedure can range anywhere from $800 to $2500 plus, depending on which surgical technique is used. Your dog will also need to be on a number of medications including sedatives, antibiotics, and anti inflammatories. Owners must place their pets [...]
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