We offer orthopedic surgery via a Mobile Board-Certified Orthopedic Surgeon. Because we want to ensure that our patients receive the best possible outcome, we can also refer them to a Board-Certified Orthopedic Surgeon at one of the major referral centers to perform these and other complex surgeries.
Leg fractures are a common orthopedic problem presented at a clinic and usually result from a mishap with an automobile. They can be treated in a variety of ways depending on the location and type of fracture. We can apply a cast to treat certain fractures; however, many fractures will require surgical intervention:
- “Pinning” stabilizes the fracture by inserting a long stainless steel rod into the middle of the bone across the fractured area.
- “Plating” involves attaching a flat stainless steel plate to the bone using screws on either side of the fracture.
- “External fixation” stabilizes fractures using a series of pins on the outside of the leg that pass through the skin and into the bone on either side of the fracture.
Please contact us if you have any questions about orthopedic procedures or if you think your pet might benefit from them.
