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17 Σεπ 2021 · We hypothesized that an early development of spondylosis in Boxers may be prevented if segments of the spine with decreased flexibility are detected early and treated with veterinary chiropractic.
23 Ιουλ 2024 · Spondylosis in dogs. Spondylosis or spondylosis deformans is a degenerative process that affects the dog's spine. The causes of spondylosis is not well known and it is often asymptomatic in dogs.
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Spondylosis deformans is characterized by the production of bony growths along the underside of the spinal vertebrae. It develops as dogs age, and 25%–70% of 9-year-old dogs are affected. It is especially common in Boxers. It does not typically cause signs, but dogs may experience back pain in rare cases.
This study presents the estimates of heritability for spondylosis deformans in the boxer based on 353 offspring from 24 randomly selected sires, each with at least three radiographically investigated offspring.
Spondylosis Deformans; Boxers and large breed dogs are reported to be more susceptible to this condition which is caused by disc changes (such as narrowing of spaces between discs), resulting in bony outgrowths that can encroach on the spinal nerve root or spinal cord. Lumbosacral Stenosis
21 Σεπ 2021 · In summary, our results suggest that veterinary chiropractic treatment may be successfully used to reduce the probability of early development of spondylosis in young Boxers.
