About the course

This presentation offers a comprehensive overview of canine elbow osteoarthritis (OA), from understanding its developmental causes - such as elbow dysplasia, incongruity, and humeral intracondylar fissures - to practical approaches for diagnosis and both surgical and non-surgical management. Emphasis is placed on early recognition through observation, palpation, and imaging, as well as on building an individualized multimodal treatment plan. Rehabilitation, therapeutic exercise, NSAID therapy, intra-articular treatments, and environmental modifications are discussed.

Dr. Kristin Kirkby Shaw 

Dr. Kristin Kirkby Shaw is a small animal surgeon and rehabilitation specialist dedicated to improving arthritis management in dogs by bridging these disciplines. She earned her DVM, MS, and PhD at the University of Florida, where she also completed her surgical residency and later served as a clinical instructor. After nearly a decade in specialty practice in Seattle, she spent three years at Zoetis as an osteoarthritis specialist, educating veterinary professionals nationwide. In 2019, she launched CARE to provide unbiased, evidence-based resources for veterinarians and dog owners. A respected speaker and author, Dr. Shaw has received multiple awards for her contributions to veterinary rehabilitation. Inspired by her own dogs, Bella, Bailey, and Beans, whose struggles with pain and mobility shaped her approach to care, Dr. Shaw remains dedicated to advancing veterinary education. Today, she shares her life with her husband, Aaron, and their dog Eddie.

Curriculum

1 Chapter · 2 Lessons

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    Updates on Elbow OA: What You Need to Know from Prevention to Treatment

    1. (Included in full purchase)

      Updates on Elbow OA

    2. (Included in full purchase)

      Updates on Elbow OA - PDF

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