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Spondylosis
General information on SpondylosisSpondylosis sometimes called Bone Spurs can form around interverterbral discs as a dog gets older. In rare occasions these bone spurs can grow (osteophytes)that press into the spinal canal causing symptoms similar to a ruptured disc. Spondylosis deformas, can restrict the movement of the spinal column causing pain and stiffness. Spondylosis is more common in larger dogs. Symptoms of SpondylosisSymptoms of Spondylosis may include back pain, back stiffness and the dog may whine or cry when touched in the back area.
Treatments for Spondylosis
Treatment of Spondylosis may include a treatment with analgesics (pain killers). Personal Experience If you have personal pet experience with Spondylosis share your information here - Click Here Spondylosis - personal experiencesSpondylosis experience by - Tammie Alexandria,MN USA We have a 7 year old Labrador diagnosed with Spondylosis when he was 6. He has had muscle atrophy along his spine so we are now treating with prednisone and are seeing a big difference. Once done with this his treatment may be Rimadyl or Adequin. Anyone else with experience here? -------- View all personal experiences on Spondylosis If you want to share information on a different disease, select a disease from A to Z - Click Here - Diseases A to Z Remember, this information is for reference only. Always contact your vet or pet profesional for advice.
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