Tibio-tarsal luxation and its surgical management in a German shepherd dog

Joint luxation is a serious orthopaedic concern because of its potential damage to articular cartilages and ligaments. Joint arthrodesis using bone screws, bone plates or pins is considered as a final solution in the cases where luxations cannot be corrected. A one-year-old German Shepherd was diagnosed with right tibio-tarsal luxation after a motor vehicle accident. Under general anaesthesia, joint arthrodesis was performed using bone screws after reducing the bone in its anatomical position. Partial weight bearing lameness was reported one month postoperative.