Episode Encore - Medical Management of Osteoarthritis with Dr Stephen Fearnside

In this episode encore, we revisit our chat with Dr Stephen Fearnside on medical management of osteoarthritis. Topics include: How did Dr Fearnside end up as a Veterinary Specialist. The importance of rehabilitation in osteaoarthritis. An insight into Steve’s favourite cases. Common presentations of cases of osteoarthritis and how vital it is to have a management plan. The benefits and limitations of joint replacements. A holistic approach to arthritis management in dogs that are not surgery candidates. Dr Fearnside takes us through the 3 pillars of managing arthritis and his approach to each of them. Steve explains therapeutic laser therapy and how it works. Which supplements should we be using before the onset of arthritis and which supplements can help to manage arthritis. The challenges of getting pet parents to adhere to a management plan. The role of regenerative medicine in the future. You can find Dr Fearnside at the Small Animal Specialist Hospital (SASH).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.