Patellar Groove Replacement

If your pet is faced with a lifetime of chronic pain from patellar luxation, PGR or Patellar Groove Replacement can provide a solution.

Patellar luxation is one of the most common orthopedic conditions in dogs, The patella, or Kneecap is normally located in a groove on the end of the femur, or thighbone, Patellar luxation (dislocation) is a condition where kneecap rides outside the femoral groove with the knee flexed.

The condition affects primarily small dogs, especially breeds such as Boston terrier, Yorkshire terrier, Chihuahua, Pomeranian, Bichon Frise and Miniature poodle, The incidence in large breed dogs however has been on the rise over the past ten years.

In almost all cases of patellar luxation, the dog will end up with terrible osteoarthritis in later life. A dislocating kneecap is very uncomfortable to begin with but after years of rubbing the cartilage under the patella on the ridge of the knee, severe arthritic changes will develop. Whether your pet is young or whether the problem has caused severe degenerative joint disease and osteoarthritis, experienced veterinary Surgeons at Marine and Fraser veterinary Clinic may offer Patellar Groove Replacement as an alternate solution to conventional Surgical methods.

Patellar Groove Replacement or PGR is the solution your pet needs for pain free knees.

• Patellar Groove Replacement reduces friction giving immediate relief.
• Immediate stability in smooth artificial groove after PGR surgery
• Prevents the kneecap dislocation.
• PGR Surgery immediately reduces friction and heat production in knee joint preventing cell death and further degradation of articular cartilage.
• PGR surgery removes the degenerative surface full of osteoarthritis.
• Reduces the need of anti-inflammatory and other pain medications with time as healing occurs.

Call us today on 604-808-8387 to discuss if your pet is a candidate for Patellar Groove Replacement or PGR.