437: Not just a tear: Reframing cranial cruciate ligament disease in dogs
On this episode of the Vet Blast Podcast, Adam Christman, DVM, MBA, sits down with Steve Mehler, DVM, DACVS, board-certified veterinary surgeon and co-founder of Mainline Veterinary Specialists, to explore why cranial cruciate ligament disease is best understood as a chronic inflammatory condition, and what that means for surgery, rehabilitation, and long-term joint health. In this episode, you'll learn Why “disease” is a better word than “injury” for cruciate tears How a whole-dog approach addresses compensatory changes beyond the knee What bilateral cruciate tears can look like in the clinic How supplements, NSAIDs, and intra-articular therapies fit into joint care Where to find Steve Mehler, DVM, DACVS Steve Mehler's website Steve Mehler on TikTok