Torn Cruciate Ligaments

by BigNick8 Sun Dec 16 2012, 13:26

Has anyone else had problems with rear leg tearing of cruciate ligaments on their dog?
My bitch Ella is 14 months old and currently recovering from an enforced operation after repeated lameness/carrying of her right leg; usually the day after heavy walks/ball games. She's a very energetic dog, and a sucker for ball games. Luckily for me, I have her insured and the operation to repair her badly torn ligaments went very well and she is recovering very well. Currently on week 3 of her recovery, which allows twice daily 10 minute walks on level ground, progressing slowly over the next 8-10 weeks when it is hoped she will be fully recovered and chasing her ball again Smile

by **Kathy** Sun Dec 16 2012, 13:30

Please have a read through the link below for some useful information where others have had the same issue:

staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/t22203-update-on-dizzy-cruciate-ligament-surgery?highlight=cruciate+ligaments

by BigNick8 Sun Dec 16 2012, 14:17

kathytake2 wrote:Please have a read through the link below for some useful information where others have had the same issue:

staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/t22203-update-on-dizzy-cruciate-ligament-surgery?highlight=cruciate+ligaments

Thanks very much Kathy Smile

by **janey** Sun Dec 16 2012, 15:29

I hope she is up and about again soon, I just found out mine has arthritis in all 6 of her front joints, we are just building walks up again also, its so unfair seeing them not being able to get out Xx

by BigNick8 Sun Dec 16 2012, 16:04

Hi Janey,
I've just got back in from taking Ella out for her 10 minute walk, she's recovering really well & still doesn't understand why she's kept on her lead, only having short walks & no ball games as she clearly feels up to it.
I'm sticking to her recovery programme as recommended by her consultant as best I can; as I too had a massive operation to repair my own cruciate ligaments after a motorcycle smash over 10 years ago. This subsequently ended my rugby playing career & I still have a slight limp & suffer discomfort during damp or cold weather conditions, I take sports strength Glucosamine & this really helps me.
I just hope that by sticking to her recovery regime that Ella will have no lasting affects.
Sorry to hear about your own dog, is there any medication or treatment that can help with arthritis in dogs? I've already been advised that Ella may contract this in later life Sad

I hope your dog recovers swiftly & fully! Wink

by **Kathy** Sun Dec 16 2012, 16:27

So sorry to read about Ella, and wishing her a speedy recovery.

We dont have any joint problems with Rocky at the moment but we do give him these treats while out on walks anyway, I dont know they may be of benefit to Ella:

http://www.vetuk.co.uk/dog-treats-beaphar-dog-treats-c-601_1232/beaphar-joint-support-nuggets-p-10405

by BigNick8 Sun Dec 16 2012, 16:49

Thanks very much Kathy thumbs up

I will check them out & ask my vet for his opinion at Ella's next routine check up on Thursday.

by **janey** Sun Dec 16 2012, 17:39

Yes she is already on a course of injections, its just something we have to manage Smile

Ella will be grand and yes always best to stick to the vets programs, before I had the x rays done we thought it may be a torn ligament or tissue damage, but that wasn't the case. Hay ho we love em warts and all so to speak Smile

by **Staffy lover** Mon Dec 17 2012, 11:20

Sorry to hear about this but great news Ella is doing well, and I dont blame you for sticking to the progamme, as like you my hubby torn his knee cruciate ligaments and has had two operations. He did the damage on his trails motor bike, that put an end to it sadly. Keep us posted on how you are doing. Smile

by BigNick8 Mon Dec 17 2012, 13:47

janey wrote:

Yes she is already on a course of injections, its just something we have to manage

Ella will be grand and yes always best to stick to the vets programs, before I had the x rays done we thought it may be a torn ligament or tissue damage, but that wasn't the case. Hay ho we love em warts and all so to speak

Vets know best after all, which is why their fees are so high I guess Rolling Eyes

Better to be safe than sorry, and yes we sure do love them that's for sure Smile

by BigNick8 Mon Dec 17 2012, 13:48

Staffy lover wrote:Sorry to hear about this but great news Ella is doing well, and I dont blame you for sticking to the progamme, as like you my hubby torn his knee cruciate ligaments and has had two operations. He did the damage on his trails motor bike, that put an end to it sadly. Keep us posted on how you are doing.

Thanks, she's doing really well. Wink

She has a follow up appointment on Thursday evening, I will report back after that thumbs up

by **Staffy lover** Wed Dec 19 2012, 09:21

Fingers crossed for tonight Smile

Sorry I meant for tomorrow night, I have lost track of the days this week hypnotised

by BigNick8 Sun Jan 06 2013, 12:27

Hi all,
Firstly apologies for my lack of input of late, I have been here there and everywhere during the festive break and will be glad to get back to work tomorrow for a rest! Laughing

Just a quick update on Ella's progress:
She's now on week 6 of her recovery, which involves twice daily 30-40 minute walks, including various surfaces, grass, concrete, small stairs/steps and hill work. The most pleasing aspect of it from her point of view is that she is allowed the last 5 minutes of these walks off her lead Big Grin

In all, she is doing really well and the surgeon has done a fantastic job. I'm very pleased to see my little baby getting back to full strength and fitness, it won't be long before she joins me for another overnight fishing session methinks thumbs up

by **Kathy** Sun Jan 06 2013, 12:43

Pleased to hear that Ella is doing well Nick, if she does go overnight fishing with you be sure she has somewhere warm and dry to lye down or sit, I'm sure you have this in mind already though Smile

by BigNick8 Sun Jan 06 2013, 13:35

Kathy wrote:Pleased to hear that Ella is doing well Nick, if she does go overnight fishing with you be sure she has somewhere warm and dry to lye down or sit, I'm sure you have this in mind already though

Thanks Kathy,
Fear not, she has a new bed (photos later) and always take her place INSIDE my sleeping bag overnight long before I'm ready to get in it Laughing

by **Kathy** Sun Jan 06 2013, 13:37

Greatest hot water bottle ever Laughing

by Sponsored content

Torn Cruciate Ligaments

Torn Cruciate Ligaments

Re: Torn Cruciate Ligaments

Re: Torn Cruciate Ligaments

Re: Torn Cruciate Ligaments

Re: Torn Cruciate Ligaments

Re: Torn Cruciate Ligaments

Re: Torn Cruciate Ligaments

Re: Torn Cruciate Ligaments

Re: Torn Cruciate Ligaments

Re: Torn Cruciate Ligaments

Re: Torn Cruciate Ligaments

Re: Torn Cruciate Ligaments

Re: Torn Cruciate Ligaments

Re: Torn Cruciate Ligaments

Re: Torn Cruciate Ligaments

Re: Torn Cruciate Ligaments

Re: Torn Cruciate Ligaments