Canine Lameness, 2nd Edition

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Following a symptom-based approach that mirrors real clinical practice, the book is organized by anatomical region, allowing readers to efficiently narrow differential diagnoses based on the location of the lameness. The fully revised second edition includes expanded coverage of muscle and tendon disorders, new diagnostic algorithms, and access to instructional videos demonstrating examination techniques and disease conditions.

The book covers topics including:

• Gait analysis and lameness evaluation
• Orthopedic and neurological examinations
• Musculoskeletal anatomy
• Diagnostic imaging for orthopedic diseases
• Shoulder disorders
• Elbow diseases
• Carpal disorders
• Hip conditions
• Stifle diseases
• Tarsal disorders
• Digital and paw abnormalities
• Tendon and ligament injuries
• Muscle disorders and myopathies
• Soft tissue pathology
• Systemic diseases affecting mobility
• Diagnostic algorithms and differential diagnosis
• Fitness and strength assessment
• Case examples with clinical images
• Access to 95 instructional videos demonstrating examination techniques

Combining clear explanations with practical diagnostic pathways, this handbook enables veterinary professionals to confidently investigate canine lameness in both routine and complex cases. It is an invaluable resource for improving diagnostic accuracy and clinical decision-making in orthopedic practice.

Who is this book for?

• Small animal veterinarians
• Orthopedic surgeons
• Sports medicine veterinarians
• Rehabilitation veterinarians
• Veterinary neurologists
• Veterinary students
• Veterinary interns and residents