At Portland Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Care, our Orthopedics & Sports Medicine specialists work together as one coordinated team-combining surgical expertise with comprehensive rehabilitation and performance services. Our goal: maximize your pet’s function, comfort, and long-term mobility to get them back to doing what they love.
What We Do Together
We offer a full spectrum of care for pets with orthopedic, neurologic, or performance-related needs. Whether your pet is recovering from surgery, living with chronic pain, healing from trauma, or aiming for optimal athletic performance, we provide individualized pathways for recovery and prevention.
Surgical Services
Our board-certified veterinary surgeons specialize in orthopedic conditions affecting bones, joints, ligaments, and tendons. We provide advanced diagnosis and surgical intervention for:
- Arthroscopy & minimally invasive orthopedic techniques
- Cruciate ligament disease (TPLO, TTA, extracapsular stabilization)
- Meniscal injury
- Hip dysplasia & total hip replacement
- Elbow dysplasia & corrective procedures
- Shoulder OCD and tendinopathies
- Patellar luxation repair
- Fracture repair & trauma management
- Needle arthroscopy for diagnosis and treatment of joint disease
Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation
After an injury, our Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation team partners with you to make sure your pet regains strength, mobility, and quality of life. We combine advanced diagnostics, targeted therapies, and personalized exercise programs to support recovery and long-term wellness.
Our services include:
- Comprehensive evaluations – gait, posture, and lameness assessments, supported by advanced imaging (radiographs, CT, MRI), musculoskeletal ultrasound, and diagnostic joint blocks as indicated
- Targeted pain management – intra-articular and epidural injections with a variety of therapeutic agents including stem cells, PRP, hyaluronic acid, and more
- Therapeutic modalities – shockwave, laser, and thermal therapies to reduce pain and stimulate healing
- Individualized exercise programs – for post-operative recovery, geriatric pets, and those with chronic orthopedic or neurologic conditions
- Prevention & performance – conditioning and fitness plans designed for working and sporting dogs
- Assistive technology – custom braces, prosthetics, carts, and orthopedic screenings (PennHIP, OFA) to support mobility
- Weight management – structured programs for safe weight loss and long-term health
Why the Integrated Approach Matters
Because surgical outcomes depend heavily on what happens afterward, our orthopedic surgeons and rehab specialists collaborate closely. This means:
- Making a proactive
rehabilitation plan for before and after surgery - Shared decision-making with your veterinarian on the best interventions and timeline
- Seamless communication among all team members to support the pet’s recovery journey
- A unified strategy for improving comfort, minimizing recurrence of injury, and enhancing performance
Conditions We Treat
- Cruciate ligament injury, hip/elbow dysplasia, patellar luxation, and other joint instabilities
- Chronic joint disease such as osteoarthritis
- Soft tissue injuries (tendinopathies, strains, chronic overuse)
- Neurologic conditions (intervertebral disc disease, degenerative myelopathy, nerve injuries)
- Acute injury or trauma requiring surgery or immediate intervention
- Performance/conditioning challenges in athletic or working dogs
Our Team
Our team includes board-certified surgeons, veterinary rehab specialists, sports medicine experts, and support staff who all share a single mission: helping your pet get back to their best.
Is This Right for Your Pet?
This combined service may be appropriate if your pet is:
- Recovering from surgery
- Living with chronic mobility, arthritis, or pain issues
- Injured (acute or chronic) and needs specialized diagnosis or treatment
- A working or sporting animal in need of conditioning, injury prevention, or performance optimization
Speak with your veterinarian about a referral, or contact us directly to discuss what care pathway would best suit your pet.