Evaluating Benefit of a Novel Intra-articular Device in Dogs With a Suspected Hip Osteoarthritis
OpenHip Osteoarthritis (OA) is a complex, multifactorial disease characterized by disruption of the ligament leading to instability. Surgical procedures to alter joint mechanics are often costly, which can preclude some owners from pursuing this as a treatment option. A new veterinary device that is composed of collagen and elastin particles has been developed; it is delivered via intra-articular injection and helps protect cartilage from mechanical grinding. Previous anecdotal use of this product has suggested a possible benefit when used in dogs with hip osteoarthritis.
This pilot study seeks to evaluate whether this benefit is seen in a larger cohort of dogs with suspected hip OA through the injection of this product in the affected hip joint. If a benefit is demonstrated, this data would support the launch of larger and more focused clinical studies to validate the use of this product in dogs for the pre-surgical management of joint disease.
Pet owners and veterinarians with eligible patients are invited to schedule a consultation with a participating surgeon at one of the participating Ethos hospitals near you.
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
- Dogs that are 2-12 years old.
- Lameness in one or both pelvic limbs.
- Clinical findings and radiographic evidence of OA in one or both hip joints.
- No previous surgical procedures or injections on the affected joint within 180 days of entering the study.
- No active cranial cruciate ligament disease.
- No pain identified on exam in stifles, tarsi, or rear paws.
- No corticosteroid use in the last 3 months.
- No neurological disease.
PARTICIPATING HOSPITALS
If you are a veterinarian and know of any clients with eligible patients who would be interested to learn more about the study, please ask them to consider scheduling a consultation appointment with the surgeon and hospital of their choice below.
- Colorado Animal Specialty Hospital (Boulder, CO)
- Boston West Veterinary Hospital (Natick, MA)
- WVRC – Waukesha (Waukesha, WI)
Interested?
Enroll or request more information below.