Orthopedic Surgery
Your Pet's Mobility is Our Priority
At Harbor Springs Vet, we are proud to offer specialized orthopedic surgery services to address a range of musculoskeletal conditions in pets. We provide expert care and innovative surgical solutions tailored to your pet's individual needs.
One of the most common procedures we perform is the Tibial Plateau Leveling Osteotomy (TPLO) surgery for dogs. TPLO is a highly effective surgical treatment used to stabilize the stifle joint when the Cranial Cruciate Ligament (CCL) has ruptured. The CCL, similar to the ACL in a human knee, plays a crucial role in stabilizing the knee joint during movement. During TPLO surgery, the angle of the tibial plateau is altered to eliminate the need for the CCL, allowing for stability and function to be restored to the stifle joint.
At Harbor Springs Vet, we understand that orthopedic surgery is a significant undertaking for both you and your pet. That's why we provide comprehensive preoperative evaluations and consultations to ensure that TPLO surgery is the best course of action for your pet's specific condition. Following surgery, our team remains dedicated to supporting your pet's recovery every step of the way. We will work closely with you to develop a personalized rehabilitation plan, including physical therapy exercises and pain management strategies, to optimize your pet's recovery and return to normal mobility.
At Harbor Springs Vet, we are committed to helping your pet regain mobility, comfort, and quality of life through specialized orthopedic surgery. Whether your pet requires TPLO surgery or other orthopedic interventions, you can trust our team to provide compassionate care and exceptional surgical expertise.
Other orthopedic surgeries offered at Harbor Springs Vet include:
Fracture Repairs
Patella Surgery
Amputation (limb or digit)
At times, we partner with mobile surgeons to perform specialized and complex procedures in our office, eliminating the refer to specialty practices and allowing your pet to remain in the comfort of a familiar environment.