An exam for canine elbow osteoarthritis (OA) should start with the patient’s medical history, including a general health assessment (incidence of recent trauma, signs suggesting discomfort.) Following this, there are 4 key steps to examining a patient for OA:
Gait/mobility assessment
Standing exam
Recumbent exam
Diagnostic imaging
For more information about how to perform a thorough examination for elbow OA, watch this video by Matt Brunke, Diplomate ACVSMR, CCRP, CVPP, CVA, Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation Specialist, Medical Director for VSCR. Watch video