Small Animal Orthopedic Surgery, Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation - Hardcover

by Miguel Carreira (Guest Editor), Maj Joao Alves (Guest Editor)

This Special Issue includes innovative approaches to planning patellar luxation surgeries, advancements in tibial plateau-leveling osteotomies, and biomechanical evaluations of implant techniques for complex cases. Additionally, novel surgical interventions, such as the reconstruction of the quadricep extensor mechanism and tricep brachii tendon, underscore the ingenuity required to address unique clinical presentations. The field of rehabilitation includes research on the effects of photobiomodulation and platelet-rich plasma on osteoarthritis and the impact of obesity on joint health. Articles in this field further emphasize the importance of preventive and therapeutic strategies in improving outcomes. Finally, this issue highlights critical considerations in the field of broader care, such as through research on bacterial contamination in rehabilitation clinics.