Successful use of autologous conditioned serum therapy (ACS) in canine orthopaedics
How ACS therapy helps dogs with spinal nerve root inflammation
ACS therapy in dogs is an innovative method for the treatment of spinal nerve inflammation. Targeted treatment with ACS can specifically combat inflammation and improve your pet’s quality of life.
Effects and benefits of ACS therapy
The treatment of spinal nerve root inflammation in dogs is a challenge. With autologous conditioned serum therapy (ACS), orthoVET offers an innovative method for pain relief and healing.
Medical history
This case concerns a dog with chronic lameness of the left hind limb that did not resolve for over a year despite various treatments. Neither cruciate ligament surgery nor extensive physical therapies were able to alleviate the symptoms. The examination in the orthoVET practice revealed considerable deviations in posture and muscle atrophy. Finally, a comprehensive kinematic analysis indicated spinal nerve root inflammation, which suggested the use of autologous conditioned serum therapy (ACS).
Diagnosis and therapy
ACS therapy involves incubating a blood sample from the patient with special activator beads to create a high concentration of anti-inflammatory proteins and growth factors. These are then administered to the patient by epidural injection to target the inflamed spinal nerve roots. The method, which is already being used successfully in human and equine medicine, showed promising results in this patient.
Treatment success
Two weeks after the first ACS treatment, a significant improvement in gait and muscle tone was observed. Kinematic analysis showed that the dog was loading the affected hind leg better and building muscle mass. A second treatment confirmed the positive effect and the patient was referred for a targeted rehabilitation programme.
Conclusion
ACS therapy offers a promising treatment option for spinal nerve root inflammation that goes beyond the usual anti-inflammatory measures and targets the causes of the inflammation. This case emphasises the potential of ACS as an innovative therapeutic tool in functional orthopaedics.
