Ortho V - Forelimb Lameness: Orthopaedic conditions of the forelimb

This exciting new course aims to deliver a comprehensive delve into forelimb lameness in small animals. Covering clinical examination, radiographic evaluation, surgical treatment of the most common diseases and injuries in forelimb orthopaedics including practical teaching in the corrective procedures used in these clinical cases. 

Ideally aimed at those who have already completed Introduction to Orthopaedics, Hindlimb Orthopaedics and wish to progress their Orthopaedic skills and knowledge further. 

Speakers: Shane Guerin MVB MACVSC Cert SAO DVCSC DIPL ECVS MRCVS & James Dunne MVB CertSAS MSc MRCVS

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Ortho V - Forelimb Lameness: Orthopaedic conditions of the forelimb


Duration:1 day


Level:9.5


  • 1 day
  • Thu 31 Oct 2024 | 09:00 - 17:00

Topics covered include:

  • Forelimb examination: Gait & clinical examination, PROM
  • Define elbow dysplasia, radiographic evaluation
  • Investigative techniques used in these clinical cases 
  • Diagnosis & treatment options for shoulder tendinopathies 
  • Joint disease 
  • Treatment options for osteoarthritis