Possible causes of intervertebral disc herniation in dogs

1. Trauma

Trauma is an important factor in intervertebral disc herniation, especially in young and middle-aged dogs , when the spine is slightly loaded and rapidly rotated, it can cause horizontal rupture of the annulus fibrosus and lead to rupture of the cartilage endplate.

2. Unreasonable exercise

Small and medium-sized dogs are prone to lumbar disc herniation. Dogs are also prone to lumbar disc herniation after jumping, playing, slipping or breeding. Symptoms of herniated disc. For example, some excessively obese dogs will put greater pressure on their waist. In the case of inappropriate exercise, the pressure on the lumbar spine will be greater after the dog makes certain movements.

3. Genetic diseases

There is a considerable relationship between genetic diseases in dog breeds.

4. Lumbosacral abnormalities

Dog lumbosacral segment deformities can increase the incidence, including lumbar sacralization, sacral lumbarization, hemivertebral body deformity, facet joint deformity and Facet asymmetry, etc.

Treatment methods for dog intervertebral disc herniation

1. Pay attention to diet

Pay attention to calcium supplementation and promote calcium absorption. You can also take it Some veterinary medicines such as Joint Bao or anti-inflammatory and analgesic drugs can help the dog regain normal mobility.

2. Use acupuncture and plasters

The hospital prepares acupuncture to treat dogs, or uses plasters to relieve the pain caused by lumbar disc herniation, which can make dogs better recover.

3. Traction treatment plus drug treatment

Under the guidance of professional veterinarians, pelvic traction is used to increase the width of the intervertebral space, reduce the pressure within the intervertebral disc, and restore the herniated part of the intervertebral disc. Try supportive care with glucosamine sulfate and chondroitin sulfate. Glucosamine sulfate and chondroitin sulfate are clinically used to treat osteoarthritis in various parts of the body.