Corrective Osteotomy Surgery for Dogs & Cats in Clovis & Fresno
At Armstrong Pet Hospital in Clovis, near Fresno, we provide corrective osteotomy surgery for pets with abnormal bone alignment, angular limb deformities, and selected orthopedic conditions that affect comfort and mobility.
A corrective osteotomy is an orthopedic procedure in which a bone is carefully cut, repositioned, and stabilized in improved alignment. The goal is to reduce abnormal stress on the joints, improve limb function, and help your pet move more comfortably.
When Is Corrective Osteotomy Needed?
Corrective osteotomy may be recommended when the shape or alignment of a bone is contributing to pain, limping, joint stress, or difficulty using the limb.
Common reasons for evaluation include:
Angular limb deformities or bowed legs
Abnormal bone growth after a growth-plate injury
Bones that have healed in an abnormal position after a fracture
Front or rear limbs that angle or rotate abnormally
Persistent lameness associated with poor bone alignment
Joint problems caused or worsened by abnormal limb mechanics
Some deformities develop while a pet is growing, while others occur after trauma or fracture healing. The best treatment depends on your pet’s age, degree of deformity, joint health, and overall condition.
How Corrective Osteotomy Surgery Works
Before surgery, our veterinary team performs an orthopedic examination and reviews digital X-rays to determine where the deformity is located and how the bone should be realigned.
During corrective osteotomy surgery:
The affected bone is carefully cut at a planned location.
The bone is repositioned to improve alignment.
Bone plates and screws or other orthopedic implants may be used to hold the corrected position.
Follow-up X-rays are used to monitor healing and alignment.
Because every deformity is different, surgical planning is individualized for each patient.
Recovery After Corrective Osteotomy
Recovery depends on the bone involved and the amount of correction required. Most pets need a period of strict activity restriction while the bone heals.
Your pet’s recovery plan may include pain medication, controlled leash walks, incision monitoring, follow-up examinations, and repeat X-rays. Our team will give you detailed instructions based on your pet’s specific surgery and progress.
Schedule a Corrective Osteotomy Consultation
If your dog or cat has an angular limb deformity, abnormal bone alignment, persistent limping, or a previously healed fracture that is affecting mobility, an orthopedic evaluation can help determine whether corrective osteotomy is appropriate.
Call Armstrong Pet Hospital in Clovis at 559-472-7065 to schedule an orthopedic consultation.
Learn more about our Orthopedic Surgery, Bone Plating, and Fracture Repair services.
