“A dog is a man's best friend” is a cliché, but which dog lovers hold close to their hearts. Perhaps, it is the most quoted among quotes about animals and pets because it can't be truer. This is why dog lovers are pained when they see their dogs suffer brought about by pain and injury. It is a good thing that dogs are treated well these days so that their welfare is taken cared for. These pets need not suffer unceremoniously because there are canine orthopedic braces to support fractured bones and torn ligaments.
What are canine orthopedic braces and its functions?
These devices are designed to appropriately fit the injury and the size of the dog. These help the dog heal faster by stabilizing and supporting the damaged structures through distributing or sharing the weight of the body between the body and the brace.
There are several goals in the treatment involving injuries.
• Foster healing of the traumatized tissues (bones, muscles, ligaments and tendons).
• Reduce the inflammation and ease the pain in the affected area.
• Prevent the atrophy of the muscles in the area of injury by assisting the dog in moving around despite the injury.
• Rehabilitate and reestablish proprioception which refers to the ability of the dog to sense the position, orientation and movement of the body and the body parts.
What are different canine orthopedic braces and prosthetics that help dogs move around?
When the lower limbs (knee, elbow, hock, carpus and paws) are injured, there are splints or braces that are particularly designed to help the part heal. There are dog splints, hock splints, bootie splints and carpal splint for these injured parts.
• Dog splints are for pets with lower limb problems. These are modeled and inspired after splints that support injured foot, lower leg and ankle of humans. Thus, it is positioned on the back of the canine's leg with Velcro adjustments. Its features allow the dog to keep the leg in a normal walking form and helps in managing the weight on the injured leg. The design provides an easy access for daily treatment if there are wounds. Its cost is lower compared to casting. It s also lightweight and waterproof.
• Hock splints stabilize and provide support to the lower rear limb and the heel. This keeps the paws free.
• Bootie splints support the lower rear leg. This type of splint extends under the paw steadying the injuries on the toes or digits. It also effectively provides proper positioning when there are nerve damages. Bootie splints are available in sizes X-Small, Small and Medium has two adjustable straps while Large and X-Large booties have three.
• Carpal splints are intended for carpal joints. This is lightweight and is generally used as a post-surgery brace for the carpal joint. This type usually does not extend under the paw.
What are the important points to remember when buying orthopedic braces dogs for?
There is a huge choice of braces and splints for the dogs. It is important to work closely with a veterinarian or a specialist in dog orthopedics to get proper guidance in choosing the most appropriate brace for your dog. Since dogs have variable sizes, make sure that your dog will get the right fit. That is achieved by having it customized to get a perfect fit. Though there are sizes available in different types of splints, the measurements need to be done the right way. It is also important that these canine orthopedic braces are made out of composite rubber joints than metals, which are similarly strong, and works better with the dog's movements.
For many people, dogs are not just best friends; they are also family. We feel their pain when they are injured. Help them recover faster with these braces.
What are canine orthopedic braces and its functions?
These devices are designed to appropriately fit the injury and the size of the dog. These help the dog heal faster by stabilizing and supporting the damaged structures through distributing or sharing the weight of the body between the body and the brace.
There are several goals in the treatment involving injuries.
• Foster healing of the traumatized tissues (bones, muscles, ligaments and tendons).
• Reduce the inflammation and ease the pain in the affected area.
• Prevent the atrophy of the muscles in the area of injury by assisting the dog in moving around despite the injury.
• Rehabilitate and reestablish proprioception which refers to the ability of the dog to sense the position, orientation and movement of the body and the body parts.
What are different canine orthopedic braces and prosthetics that help dogs move around?
When the lower limbs (knee, elbow, hock, carpus and paws) are injured, there are splints or braces that are particularly designed to help the part heal. There are dog splints, hock splints, bootie splints and carpal splint for these injured parts.
• Dog splints are for pets with lower limb problems. These are modeled and inspired after splints that support injured foot, lower leg and ankle of humans. Thus, it is positioned on the back of the canine's leg with Velcro adjustments. Its features allow the dog to keep the leg in a normal walking form and helps in managing the weight on the injured leg. The design provides an easy access for daily treatment if there are wounds. Its cost is lower compared to casting. It s also lightweight and waterproof.
• Hock splints stabilize and provide support to the lower rear limb and the heel. This keeps the paws free.
• Bootie splints support the lower rear leg. This type of splint extends under the paw steadying the injuries on the toes or digits. It also effectively provides proper positioning when there are nerve damages. Bootie splints are available in sizes X-Small, Small and Medium has two adjustable straps while Large and X-Large booties have three.
• Carpal splints are intended for carpal joints. This is lightweight and is generally used as a post-surgery brace for the carpal joint. This type usually does not extend under the paw.
What are the important points to remember when buying orthopedic braces dogs for?
There is a huge choice of braces and splints for the dogs. It is important to work closely with a veterinarian or a specialist in dog orthopedics to get proper guidance in choosing the most appropriate brace for your dog. Since dogs have variable sizes, make sure that your dog will get the right fit. That is achieved by having it customized to get a perfect fit. Though there are sizes available in different types of splints, the measurements need to be done the right way. It is also important that these canine orthopedic braces are made out of composite rubber joints than metals, which are similarly strong, and works better with the dog's movements.
For many people, dogs are not just best friends; they are also family. We feel their pain when they are injured. Help them recover faster with these braces.
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