However, it can also occur as they get older and develop osteoarthritis, a form of arthritic inflammation characterized
by degeneration of the joint cartilage and chronic deterioration.
Not exact matches
Lumbar spinal stenosis is brought about
by a narrowing
of the spinal canal caused
by the
degeneration of the vertebrae, discs,
joints, and ligaments that comprise the spinal column, resulting in a compression
of nerve roots.
Degeneration of joints due to long - term wear and tear happens naturally, but can be exacerbated
by obesity.
It is spread
by the deer tick and can effect the heart, nervous system, and cause arthritis and
degeneration of the
joints.
On the other hand, if surgery
by an experienced orthopedic surgeon with good equipment is an option you can afford it may lessen the long term severity
of the
joint degeneration and is probably a good choice.
Therapy and non-weight-bearing exercise help manage further
joint degeneration by focusing on the mechanics
of the dog's body.