A MULTIMODAL APPROACH TO ARTHRITIS TREATMENT
Managing arthritic pain takes a multimodal approach that may change over time as the patient’s condition evolves. Arthritis management also takes a team approach that extends outside of the clinic walls. Educating pet owners and getting them actively involved in care is key to maintaining a high quality of life for arthritic patients. Here are a few modalities to consider in your treatment plans:
Hydrotherapy Hydrotherapy is a great option for patients who are too painful to exercise on land or whose mobility restrictions get in the way of weight loss programs.
Medications Pain medication is commonly prescribed as part of a multimodal plan of care. As other treatments prove effective, medication intake can be adjusted to meet patient needs.
Nutrition Overweight pets feel the strain of arthritis pain more than pets of a healthy weight. Getting pet owners on board with a nutrition plan can provide significant pain relief.
LASER THERAPY GOES HEAD-TO-HEAD WITH MELOXICAM IN CANINE ARTHRITIS STUDY The study found that PBMT reduced pain levels and improved clinical findings (including functional scores) in dogs with moderate to severe hip osteoarthritis. The mean number of days that joints in the PBMT group took to return to baseline values was significantly higher than in CG (meloxicam) and also showed improvements in joint range of motion, sometimes out to +90 days after discontinuing treatment.
Read more at avmajournals.avma.org/view/journals/ajvr/83/8/ajvr.22.03.0036.xml
Supplements Joint supplements containing ingredients such as glucosamine, chondroitin, and omega-3 fatty acids can support joint health.
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