Demystifying Forelimb Lameness in Dogs: Effective Diagnosis and Treatment

Forelimb lameness is one of the most difficult orthopedic conditions to diagnose and treat effectively. Participants will learn practical skills on diagnosing subtle differences between elbow and shoulder problems as well as carpus and digits. We will review the most effective pharmaceutical, nutraceutical and non-pharmacological treatment strategies for both acute and long-term management.

• Understand forelimb lameness evaluation
• Identify diagnostic strategies for forelimbs lameness
• Differentiate elbow and shoulder lameness
• Learn pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatments for forelimb lameness