Orthopaedic Surgery
Advanced surgical solutions for joint and bone conditions in pets.
Our Orthopaedic Surgery Services
At Newstead Veterinary Services, our skilled surgical team provides advanced orthopaedic procedures to address a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions affecting your pet's bones, joints, ligaments, and tendons. We combine surgical expertise with comprehensive pain management and rehabilitation plans to optimize recovery and restore mobility.
- State-of-the-art surgical facilities and equipment
- Specialised orthopaedic surgical instruments
- Advanced anaesthesia monitoring and pain control
- Comprehensive pre-operative assessment
- Detailed post-operative care instructions
- Rehabilitation planning and follow-up care
Common Orthopaedic Conditions We Treat
Our orthopaedic surgical services address a wide range of conditions, including:
- Cruciate ligament injuries (ACL/CCL tears)
- Fracture repair and management
- Joint diseases (including arthritis)
- Hip dysplasia
- Patella luxation (dislocated kneecap)
- Angular limb deformities
- Osteochondrosis and other developmental disorders
- Ligament and tendon injuries
Our Specialised Orthopaedic Procedures
Cruciate Ligament Surgery
Advanced techniques to repair or compensate for rupture of the cranial cruciate ligament (similar to ACL in humans), a common injury in dogs.
Learn more about our TPLO & TTA procedures →Fracture Repair
Surgical fixation of broken bones using pins, plates, screws, and other specialised implants to restore alignment and function. We utilize modern techniques including minimally invasive approaches when appropriate.
Joint Surgery
Procedures to address joint diseases and injuries, including arthroscopy (minimally invasive joint exploration), joint stabilization, and corrective osteotomies to improve joint mechanics.
Hip and Elbow Procedures
Surgical options for hip dysplasia and elbow dysplasia, including femoral head and neck excision, juvenile pubic symphysiodesis, and treatment of fragmented coronoid process.
The Orthopaedic Surgery Process
- Comprehensive Evaluation: Thorough physical examination, gait analysis, and appropriate diagnostic imaging to confirm diagnosis and surgical planning.
- Personalized Surgical Plan: Development of a surgical approach tailored to your pet's specific condition, size, age, and lifestyle needs.
- Advanced Anaesthesia: Careful anesthetic protocol with continuous monitoring of vital parameters throughout the procedure.
- Precise Surgical Technique: Meticulous surgical execution using specialised orthopaedic instrumentation and implants.
- Comprehensive Pain Management: Multi-modal approach to pain control before, during, and after surgery.
- Rehabilitation Planning: Customized recovery protocols to optimize healing and return to function.
Recovery and Rehabilitation
Successful recovery from orthopaedic surgery depends on proper post-operative care and rehabilitation. We provide:
- Detailed discharge instructions for at-home care
- Appropriate medications for pain management and infection prevention
- Scheduled rechecks to monitor healing progress
- Progressive rehabilitation plans that evolve as healing advances
- Guidance on environmental modifications to assist recovery
- Nutritional recommendations to support healing
- Long-term management strategies for chronic conditions