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Hip Dysplasia

What is happening?
-Loosely fitting hip joints cause stretching of the joint capsule and abnormal cartilage wear
-Inflammation and pain result from the altered joint mechanics and cartilage destruction
-Arthritis and reformation of the hip bones progress over time

Clinical signs you might notice in your pet
-Stiffness of the hind legs upon rising, particularly after long periods of rest
-Reluctance to climb stairs or jump
-Tiring easily with play
-Resting more than other dogs of similar age and breed
-"Clunking" noise when walking
-"Bunny hopping" to gain speed when trotting or running

Diagnosis
-Careful orthopedic examination to determine which joint(s) are affected
-Sedated examination to determine the degree of hip looseness and severity of cartilage damage (degenerative joint disease/arthritis)
-Precisely positioned x-rays are taken to document the degree of hip looseness and severity of bone reformation related to cartilage wear

Surgical treatment 
-Depending on patient age and diagnostic findings, recommended surgical options may include:
-Rearrangement of the angle at which the components of the hip meet (triple pelvic osteotomy/TPO)-most commonly used for young dogs without significant cartilage wear (arthritis) or bony reformation
-Replacement of the components of the hip (total hip replacement)-most commonly used for older dogs or those with significant arthritis or bony reformation
-Alteration of the hip joint to prevent painful bone contact (femoral head and neck ostectomy/FHO)-most commonly used for smaller dogs

Special postoperative care 
-If a triple pelvic osteotomy or total hip replacement was performed: 
-Patient activity is strictly limited until adequate healing occurs, usually 6-12 weeks
-X-rays will be taken at specific intervals to evaluate healing at the surgery site
-If femoral head and neck ostectomy was performed, physical therapy will be initiated within several days of surgery, and is usually continued 4-8 weeks

Expected results after surgery
-If a triple pelvic osteotomy was performed, pain is generally relieved, limb use becomes more normal, and the patient does not develop significant hip arthritis
-If a total hip replacement was performed, pain is relieved, limb use becomes more normal, and arthritis is permanently relieved
-If a femoral head and neck ostectomy was performed, a mild limp will likely remain, but pain and arthritis are relieved

Picture
Normal canine hips
Picture
Bilateral hip displaysia
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  • Home
  • The ASTC NSW
    • The Committee
    • Membership
  • About The Breed
    • Breed Standard
    • History
    • Health >
      • Cerebeller Ataxia
      • Hip Dysplasia
      • Elbow Dysplasia
      • Eye Conditions
      • Heart Conditions
      • Thyroid Conditions
      • Luxating Patellas
    • Temperament
    • Puppy Care
    • Breed Bans
  • Events
    • Club Calendar
    • Dog Sports >
      • Agility
      • Obedience
      • Tracking
    • Conformation Shows >
      • Showing Your Dog
      • Championship Shows 2020
      • Accommodation options
      • Previous Conformation Shows >
        • 2019 >
          • 38th Championship Show
          • 39th Championship Show
        • 2018 >
          • 36th Championship Show
          • 37th Championship Show
        • 2017 >
          • 34th Championship Show
          • 35th Championship Show
        • 2016 >
          • Friday 25th March 2016
          • Saturday 30th March 2013 Open Show
          • Saturday 26th March 2016
        • 2015 >
          • 27th August 2015
          • April 2015
        • 2014 >
          • 28th August 2014
          • Saturday 19th 2014 Championship Show
          • Friday 18th April 2014 Championship Show
          • Saturday 19th April Open Show
        • 2013 >
          • 29th August 2013
          • Saturday 30th March 2013 Championship Show 2
          • Friday 29th March 2013 Championship Show 1
        • 2012 >
          • Sunday 8th April 2012 Championship Show
          • Saturday 7th April 2012 Open Show
          • Friday 6th April 2012 Championship Show
        • 2011 >
          • 24th April 2011 Open Show
          • 24th April 2011 Championship Show
          • 23rd April 2011 Open Show
          • 23rd April 2011 Championship Show
        • 2010 >
          • 11th September 2010
          • 10th April 2010
        • 2009 >
          • 29th November 2009
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          • 29th March 2008
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          • 18th November 2005
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          • 14th October 2001
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