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Types of Arthritis Commonly Encountered in Pets
Acute Traumatic Arthritis in pets generally manifests rapidly as a swelling and lameness and is almost always a direct result of trauma to the joints. While this type can never be directly avoided, it is one of the few types of arthritis that may require immediate surgical intervention to prevent onset of permanent osteoarthritis. Auto Immune Arthritis in pets is also known as rheumatoid arthritis. Your pet's own immune system attacks their joints. This type of arthritis will typically affect several joints at once. The synovial membranes generally will become inflamed and mobility will lessen more over time. The cause of auto immune arthritis is generally unknown. Degenerative Joint Disease in pets is generally synonymous with osteoarthritis. Symptoms include a destruction of parts of the joint, generally isolated to the cartilage. Pets with this condition may also experience intermittent inflammation or swelling. This condition is one of the most common types of arthritis in pets. |
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| Hip Dysplasia in pets is a type of osteoarthritis that affects the hip joints of your pet. This can sometimes result after an active injury, but can also occur due to normal wear and tear or infectious agents. This disease causes a number of complications. A common misconception is that hip dysplasia is always an isolated condition. This is not true, it is quite possible for hip dysplasia to spread to other joints as the disease progresses. Hypertrophic Arthritis in pets is simply another name for osteoarthritis or degenerative joint disease. This type of arthritis is generally just referred to as osteoarthritis. Infectious Arthritis in pets is characterized by lameness and sore joints. There is always an underlying infectious element to this type of arthritis. This type of arthritis generally occurs as a result of trauma and secondary infection to the joint. Antibiotics should be used for this type of arthritis. Inflammatory Arthritis in pets is one of the least common forms of arthritic conditions in pets. Generally, osteoarthritic conditions occur much more frequently as they progress over time. Except when infectious agents are present, the causes of most inflammatory arthritis types is unknown. Knee Stifle in pets means they have one or more torn ligaments around the "knee" of the pet. This destabilizes the joint. In extreme cases, this may result in dislocation. As the knee joint is constantly subjected to a great deal of continual strain and pain in this area is generally incredibly debilitating. Kneecap Dislocation in pets is
usually caused by misshapen or malformed leg bones results in a "loose" kneecap
that can move or dislocate out of its natural position. Knee stifle can
also contribute to this condition. Osteochondrosis in pets is when the
cartilage deteriorates and causes an osteoarthritic like condition. Joint
tissue becomes both painful and inflamed. It is speculated that there
is a genetic component to this disease but it nutrition may also be a
contributing factor. Rheumatoid Arthritis in pets is similar
to rheumatoid arthritis in humans. This type of arthritis results when
the body attacks itself or an infectious agent and becomes confused and
attacks one or more joints in your pet's body. The cause of this type
of arthritis is generally unknown. To combat many of these arthritic conditions, we highly suggest Flexicose for your pets. Flexicose is effective for degenerative cartilage and joint pain. One bottle can last for up to 8 months in small animals. Unlike pills, giving liquid glucosamine Flexicose to your pets is extremely easy. Simply pour the appropriate amount over their food. No more do you have to risk being bitten when you try and cram a pill down your pet's throat. Order Flexicose for Pets now.
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