My senior German Shepherd is limping. What is severe elbow arthritis?

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hi my dog has bern limping for almost a year he is in georgia (country) and unfortunatelly georgian unprofesional vets can't help us,he is 9-10 years ols german sheperd.i got today's x ray,can you plz tell me hats wrong with him? Pet's info: Dog | German Shepherd | Male | neutered | 80 lbs

Rodrigo Roca, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hello, sorry to hear about Rex. It does appear that he is having severe osteoarthritis of the elbow. This will directly limit his ability to move that arm and cause some obvious lameness. Unfortunately as seen by the radiographs, osteoarthritis is not reversible and thus managing his weight and activity will be the most fruitful with the goal focused on making him comfortable and not to make him not lame. There are some surgical procedures being explored that in the near future could offer a replacement of the elbow joint in dogs like Rex with severe elbow disease. I would recommend using joint supplements, anti-inflamamtories, and pain medications as necessary to keep him comfortable. Unfortunately, Rex may never be able to walk normally with how severe his arthritis int hat elbow is. You may discuss having Rex referred to an orthopedic surgeon for further evaluation and care. Hope this helps and best of luck.

My senior German Shepherd is limping. What is severe elbow arthritis?

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