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TPLO Saw

2025-08-21

By CAH Medical | Sichuan, China

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I. What does a TPLO do?

TPLO is a procedure for cruciate ligament injuries in dogs.TPLO is the abbreviation of Tibial Plateau Leveling Osteotomy, which means tibial plateau leveling osteotomy. This procedure reduces the burden on the dog's cruciate ligament by changing the Angle of the tibia and helps the dog regain normal movement. TPLO surgery usually requires general anesthesia and surgical manipulation using a C-arm machine.

The specific steps of TPLO surgery are as follows:

Ring-cut tibia: The veterinarian will make a ring-cut on the tibial plateau.

Adjusting the Angle: The knee joint is more stable by rotating the cut tibial plateau and changing the Angle between it and the femur.

Fixation: The tibial plateau was fixed at a new Angle using bone plates and screws.After surgery, a period of rehabilitation, including physiotherapy and appropriate exercise, is required to help the dog regain normal joint function. The advantage of TPLO surgery is that it does not require the use of artificial ligaments and reduces the risk of related complications.

II.Can a dog live a normal life after TPLO?

Whether a dog can return to a normal life after TPLO (Tibial Plateau Leveling Osteotomy) depends on the postoperative rehabilitation and care.

Key Points for Postoperative Recovery

TPLO surgery stabilizes the knee joint by adjusting the angle of the tibial plateau and reducing femoral sliding. It typically requires a 6-8 week recovery period. After the surgery, activities should be strictly limited, avoiding jumping, running, and going up and down stairs. An Elizabethan collar should be worn during the recovery period to prevent licking of the wound.

Key Points of Daily Care

Environmental Management: Avoid smooth floors. You can choose yoga mats or carpets to increase friction and prevent slipping.

Traction walking: Use a short leash to walk slowly (5-10 minutes per session, 3-4 sessions per day). In the initial stage, a towel or a harness can be used for support.

Physical therapy: Start hot compresses (at a suitable temperature) 72 hours after the operation, and combine with massage (5-10 minutes each time, twice a day) to promote blood circulation.

Pain management: Postoperative use of an analgesic pump can reduce pain. If further pain relief is needed, it can be combined with medication.

Recovery Standards

If postoperative care is appropriate, dogs usually regain the ability to walk steadily in about 8 weeks. At this time, the following should be observed:

Is the affected limb fully weight-bearing?

Has the stability of the joint improved?

Does limping or pain occur during movement?

Long-term effects

TPLO surgery is a lifelong stable solution, but it is important to note:

Excessive obesity increases the pressure on the knee joints.

Avoid intense exercise and excessive loading on the joints.

Regularly check the stability of the knee joints.

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