Clarksville Veterinary Emergency and Specialty

When your pet experiences a bone, joint, or spinal injury, our surgical team is here to restore their comfort, function, and mobility. Orthopedic surgery can help pets return to their normal, happy routines after accidents, injuries, or degenerative conditions.

Common orthopedic procedures include:

• Tibial Tuberosity Advancement (TTA): A surgical procedure used to repair a torn cranial cruciate ligament (CCL), similar to a torn ACL in humans. This surgery helps stabilize the knee joint and reduce pain.

• Cranial Closing Wedge Ostectomy (CCWO): Another option for treating CCL injuries, especially in dogs with steep tibial slopes, by reshaping the bone to restore proper limb alignment.

• Patellar luxation repair: Corrects a kneecap that slips out of place, helping your pet walk and run comfortably again.

• Fracture repair: Uses advanced techniques such as locking plates, pins, and wires to stabilize broken bones and promote proper healing.

• Femoral Head and Neck Ostectomy (FHO): Removes the damaged portion of the hip joint to relieve pain from severe arthritis, fractures, or hip dysplasia.

• Hemilaminectomy: A spinal surgery performed to relieve pressure on the spinal cord caused by herniated discs, helping restore mobility and reduce pain.

Each pet’s situation is unique, so our team will carefully review your pet’s diagnosis and create a personalized surgical plan. We’ll walk you through what to expect before, during, and after surgery, so you can make informed decisions with confidence.