Run by Surgeons,
for Surgeons.
Welcome to the Veterinary Joint Replacement Society, an organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for animals through the advancement of joint replacement surgery. Our mission is to foster peer-to-peer interaction between veterinary surgeons, providing a platform for sharing knowledge, experiences, and best practices.
We believe in education and resources for both veterinary surgeons and the public, empowering everyone to make informed decisions about their pet’s health. Our goal is to provide clinical support for veterinarians looking to offer joint replacement in their clinics, ensuring the highest standard of care for their patients. Join us in our mission to enhance the lives of animals and their families.
Our organization is proud to have the support of some of the leading sponsors in the medical technology industry. Their partnership allows us to provide the latest cutting-edge techniques and technology for joint replacement surgery to our members. With their expertise and resources, we can continue to advance veterinary joint replacement and provide the highest level of care to our furry friends. We are grateful for their commitment to our mission and the advancement of veterinary medicine.
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is a procedure intended to restore normal function in patients with severe, end-stage degenerative joint disease of the ankle (hock). TAR presents an alternative treatment to fusion of the ankle that will allow the patient to function pain free while maintaining a functional joint.
is a surgical procedure intended to restore normal function in patients with severe degenerative disease or trauma to the hip that cannot be successfully resolved by other means. The goal of successful THR is to permanently eliminate pain and restore normal range of motion and function for the lifetime of that patient.
is a complex and often frustrating disease to treat. In its end-stages, complete loss of articular cartilage in the weight-bearing component of the joint (medial compartment disease, MCD) leads to severe dysfunction and pain. A number of joint resurfacing and replacement options exist to help alleviate this pain and dysfunction. Joint resurfacing aims to provide a load bearing surface and restore the collapsed joint space, while elbow replacement options replace the diseased joint surfaces entirely and accurately.
is a surgical procedure intended to restore normal function in patients with severe, end-stage degenerative joint disease of the knee and selected deformities. The goal of successful TKR is to permanently eliminate pain and restore normal range of motion and function for the lifetime of that patient.
are generally employed to treat more localized defects in cartilage surfaces where the most of the joint is healthy and otherwise functions normally. These lesions are usually the result of a developmental cartilage disease called osteochondrosis dissecans (OCD). The canine knee, shoulder and elbow are common sites for resurfacing of OCD lesions.
As a professional network, VJRS connects veterinary orthopedic surgeons from around the globe, providing opportunities for peer-to-peer collaboration and knowledge sharing. Our members are experts in the field of joint replacement, with years of experience in surgical techniques, prosthetic design, and patient care.
