437: Not just a tear: Reframing cranial cruciate ligament disease in dogs
Episode Ep 437 30 min 21s

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

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