Questions tagged [wrist joint]
How do you handle a dog with a suspected broken carpus?
Category: First Aid
Handling a dog with a suspected broken carpus (wrist joint) requires immediate and careful attention to minimize pain, prevent further injury, and ensure proper healing. The carpus is a complex joint in a dog's front leg, consisting of multiple small bones and ligaments. A fracture or injury to this...
How do you handle a dog with a suspected broken radial carpal?
Category: First Aid
Handling a dog with a suspected broken radial carpal (a fracture in the front leg near the wrist joint) requires immediate and careful attention to minimize pain, prevent further injury, and ensure proper healing. Here is a detailed guide on how to approach this situation: 1. Immediate Response and...
How do you handle a dog with a suspected broken radial sesamoid?
Category: First Aid
Handling a dog with a suspected broken radial sesamoid requires careful attention to both immediate care and long-term management. The radial sesamoid is a small bone located near the wrist joint in dogs, and while it is not a weight-bearing bone, it plays a role in stabilizing the joint and support...