Cruciate Ligament Damage

[Kerry Jane]

Has anyone has Tibial Plateau Leveling Osteotomy (TPLO) on their boxer, and if so, what were the results?
One of my boxers has already had 3 surgeries to repair cruciate ligament tears in his back knees, and it looks like he has injured one of his knees again. I am at my witts end because it doesn't seem like the surgery is working, so I was looking for alternatives and I came across the TPLO which looks pretty new. Has anyone had any experience with this?

 

[Oscar's Mom]

Yes, Oscar is 8 weeks after TPLO surgery on his left hind knee. We just went to the doctor yesterday for a recheck and x-rays. They said it looks great and he's doing good.

Before the surgery he had a constant limp. It wasn't severe but he wasn't comfortable. He had the surgery and the results have been amazing. We couldn't believe how quickly after surgery he wanted to get up and walk around. Now at 8 weeks post he has no limp and walks great. I would recommend it. It is difficult to keep them quiet for the 8 weeks but we've learned that even if they do walk around it doesn't hurt the outcome.

Good luck with your pup.

Myra

 

[Traprock]

Sorry to here it. My litllest boxer just had the same problem, but didn't need surgery. Just a few weeks of hopping around on three legs but is better now. I'm glad they surgeon said to wait and see.
I hope all goes well.

Bob K