Your veterinarian will first examine your dog’s medical history, followed by a thorough physical examination. Afterwards, your veterinarian may conduct one or more diagnostic tests:
Lameness Exam
An examination that helps identify joint lameness, pain, tenderness and swelling.
Radiographs (X-rays)
Your veterinarian can use x-rays to look for changes in joint structure.
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
An MRI produces a picture of the joint in order to determine how far arthritis has progressed.
Arthroscopy
Your veterinarian inserts a tube-like camera called an arthroscope into the joint. This surgical procedure has become increasingly available to diagnose arthritis.
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