Arthritis in Pets
By J.R. Rogers
Osteoarthritis is a chronic, slow
progressing condition that is caused by the breakdown and destruction
of your pet's cartilage. As that occurs, the bony structures begin
to rub against one another causing pain and discomfort.
Degenerative Joint Disease involves
some kind of a breakdown or destruction in portions of the joint,
usually cartilage. Just as in the case of osteoarthritis, this condition
does not necessarily mean that your pet is experiencing any inflammation.
Hip Dysplasia is characterized by
a malformed "ball and joint" socket in your animal. As you
might expect, this ill-fitting combination causes a series of complications.
Here, chronic inflammation is common; calcium build-ups occur; there
is muscle pain; and, the tissue in the surrounding areas begin to
break down.
Elbow Dysplasia is a condition that
is typically hereditary and most generally found in larger breeds
of dogs. Bones become malformed which usually results in "bone
chips" that are very painful. Typically, your pet will exhibit
some lameness when suffering from this condition.
Knee (Dysplasia) is also characterized
by malformed bones and "bone chips." It is painful and often
obviates itself since the pet will be lame and/or limping as the condition
progresses.
Knee (Stifle) joint typically involves
torn ligaments which cause instability in the joint. Dislocation of
the (knee) joint is also a problem. Inflammation is common since this
is a joint that is subjected to a lot of stress and strain. In most
cases, it is a result of poor breeding.
Osteochondrosis is a condition where
you are contending with a medical condition that results from poor
breeding. Improper or inadequate diet can also cause this condition.
(Both factors may be at play.) It is characterized by cartilage deterioration
and tissue is generally both inflamed and painful.
Hypertrophic Arthritis involves excessive
bone growth and/or "spurs" on the joints themselves. In
such situations, the pet is typically experiencing a lot of pain.
Shoulder (Degeneration) is usually
a multi-factorial situation making a clear-cut cause difficult to
isolate. An unstable joint, osteochondrosis, or even trauma may be
the cause. (Or, a combination of factors may also be the cause).
Wrist Arthritis (Carpi) might be
compared to "carpal tunnel syndrome" seen in humans. Usually,
this area of the pet's body is affected more frequently with those
who are very active.
Kneecap (Dislocation) is usually
caused by poorly formed leg bones which secondarily, allow the kneecap
to move or "pop" out of its normal position. Usually, this
is either an inherited condition or results from poor breeding.
If your pet has been diagnosed with any of the above
or is at risk to develop arthritis, we would recommend learning about
Syn-flex®
for pets, a breakthrough pet arthritis formula.
J.R. Rogers is the founder and President of Activex
America, Inc. makers of Liquid
Glucosamine Formula Syn-flex®
The author's statements have not been evaluated
by the Food and Drug Administration and are not provided to diagnose
any disease or to suggest that liquid glucosamine and chondroitin
will treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
