Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Dog with myositis ossificans in thigh muscle shows unique gait changes
By Vilar, José Manuel et al.·Published in The Canadian veterinary journal = La revue veterinaire canadienne·2010·Department of Animal Pathology, Spain·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Kinematic characteristics of myositis ossificans of the semimembranosus muscle in a dog.
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- dog
Plain-English summary
A 6-year-old Doberman was brought in with a condition called myositis ossificans, which causes abnormal bone growth in the semimembranosus muscle, located in the back of the thigh. The dog's gait was carefully observed and compared to healthy Dobermans to identify specific changes in movement. These findings can help veterinarians recognize this condition more easily in other dogs. Treatment options may include physical therapy and pain management to improve mobility and comfort.
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Abstract
A 6-year-old Doberman pinscher dog was presented with myositis ossificans of the semimembranosus muscle. Linear, temporal, and angular kinematic patterns were recorded and compared with those of sound dogs of the same breed. The results indicate that the specific gait compensations occurring with this disease may aid in the diagnosis of myositis ossificans of the caudal thigh muscles.
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