BSAVA Manual of Canine and Feline Musculoskeletal Disorders, A Practical Guide to Lameness and Joint Disease, 2nd Edition

BSAVA Manual of Canine and Feline Musculoskeletal Disorders: A Practical Guide to Lameness and Joint Disease, 2nd Edition

Author/Editor: Gareth Arthurs, Gordon Brown, and Rob Pettitt

Publication Year: 2018

Overview

BSAVA Manual of Canine and Feline Musculoskeletal Disorders is a comprehensive, highly practical guide dedicated to the diagnosis and management of orthopedic conditions in small animals. Edited by esteemed specialists Gareth Arthurs, Gordon Brown, and Rob Pettitt, this thoroughly updated second edition bridges clinical examination techniques with advanced surgical and medical interventions. It serves as an indispensable reference for veterinary practitioners, surgeons, and students striving to master lameness evaluation and joint disease management.

Key Topics Covered
Clinical Examination & Lameness Evaluation: Systematic approaches to gait analysis, physical manipulation, and localizing sources of orthopedic pain.
Joint Pathologies & Degenerative Disorders: In-depth exploration of developmental, inflammatory, and degenerative joint diseases affecting dogs and cats.
Fractures & Trauma Management: Practical guidelines for assessing skeletal trauma, fracture stabilization principles, and postoperative care.
Surgical Techniques & Rehabilitation: Detailed coverage of modern surgical procedures, joint surgeries, and structured physical rehabilitation protocols.