Orthopedics

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Orthopedics – Szmaragdowa Clinic 24/7

At our clinic, we offer comprehensive orthopedic care for companion animals – dogs and cats – at the highest level. Thanks to our modern diagnostic facilities and a team of experienced veterinary specialists, we provide effective diagnosis and treatment of musculoskeletal disorders, both on a scheduled and emergency basis – 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Diagnosis of orthopedic diseases

Accurate diagnosis is the foundation of effective orthopedic treatment. At our clinic, we perform detailed orthopedic examinations, including:

  • posture and gait assessment,
  • orthopedic tests,
  • differential diagnosis of lameness,
  • neurological examinations (in cases of coexisting neurological problems).

Advanced imaging techniques

We have modern equipment for imaging bone and joint structures, which enables precise diagnosis of orthopedic injuries and diseases:

  • Digital X-ray (RTG) – allows for quick visualization of fractures, degenerative changes, joint dysplasia, and other pathologies.
  • Ultrasonography (USG) – used to assess soft tissues, tendons, ligaments, and periarticular changes.
  • Computed tomography (CT) – we offer high-quality computed tomography, enabling three-dimensional assessment of joints, fractures, and neoplastic or inflammatory changes. It is indispensable in complex diagnostic cases and before surgical procedures.
 

Conservative and pain management treatment

Not every orthopedic condition requires surgical intervention. We offer a wide range of conservative therapies, including:
  • pain relief and anti-inflammatory pharmacotherapy,
  • individually selected medications and supplements to support joint and bone regeneration,
  • recommendations for rehabilitation, activity restriction or modification,
  • we perform physiotherapy.
Our priority is to ensure your pet’s comfort and the fastest possible return to fitness without pain and suffering!

Orthopedic surgery

In cases requiring surgical treatment, we offer a wide range of orthopedic procedures, which we perform using modern techniques and implant materials:

  • fracture fixation using plates, screws, pins, and intramedullary nails,
  • ligament reconstruction (including TPLO and TTA in cases of anterior cruciate ligament rupture),
  • limb deformity correction,
  • arthrotomy and arthroscopy,
  • surgical treatment of hip and elbow dysplasia,
  • procedures for patella dislocation, osteochondrosis, and other developmental changes.

Procedures are always performed under sterile conditions in the operating room, with anesthetic monitoring under inhalation anesthesia. The animals are under the care of an anesthesiologist and trained support staff. Post-operative monitoring is always performed after the procedure, and sometimes the animals remain in the hospital for 24 hours to ensure pain management.

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