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This is a type anomaly in the vertebral area. It is a result from lack of formation of the vertebral bodyÕs one half.
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What is the life expectancy for a pug with hemivertebrae?
I don't think there is much research done on this but I do know of a 3 1/2 yr old Pug with this disease, I think it depends on the quality of life and mobility of the specific dog but you can hopefully expect around 3-4 yrs obviously as long as the dog is not suffering unduly.
How can a bulldog be saved?
i do not quite understand what this question means, but what i understand is you are asking how LONG bulldogs live. bulldogs can live 8 to 12 years.... all depending on how well it is cared for. bulldogs can be prone to many serious diseases. it all depends on how well the dog is treated, but they're prone to just about everything you can think of. Eye problems (like cherry eye, entropion), heart defects, breathing difficulties, problems with hips, elbows, and knees, allergies, skin conditions, hyperuricosuria (a genetic defect that causes bladder stones), tracheal hypoplasia, epilepsy, alopecia (hair loss), recurring ear infections, deafness, lymphosarcoma, hemangiosarcoma, mammary cancer, hemivertebrae, spina bifida, urethral prolapse, lymphedema, head tremors, hypothyroidism, and bloat are just some of the MANY conditions that are found in the breed. but as i said, it all depends on how well it is cared for and the breeding and genetics of the dog. hope this is the answer you were looking for!
What are the causes of scoliosis?
There are many causes for scoliosis which are congenital genetic neuromuscular Other causes for scoliosis include cerebral palsy, spina bifida, muscular dystrophy, spinal muscular atrophy and tumors
Can scoliosis be cured by chiropractic?
Answer by Puhlaa: The answer to this would depend on how old you are, the severity of the scoliosis and whether the scoliosis is functional or structural. - A structural scoliosis (caused by congenital deformity such as hemivertebrae) can only be corrected with surgery. How severe the curve is will determine if you are a candidate for surgery. - If you have a functional scoliosis (caused by unequal leg lengths, unilateral muscle trauma, unilateral hip problem, etc.), then if you are not too old (younger than 55) and the curve is not too severe (less than 30 degrees), a chiropractor will likely be able to help reduce or eliminate the scoliosis. Treatments would include one or more of: orthotics, spinal manipulation, stretching, muscle strengthening, etc. _________________________ It was previously thought that you cannot reverse Scoliosis. Chiropractic Biophysics practitioners have well documented improvements with scoliosis of all degrees. I suggest looking into one in your area by searching for Chiropractic Biophysics online. There are really no scientifically documented risks when considering chiropractic care besides residual soreness in some patients. However, there are many documented risks associated with surgeries. Chiropractors are just like any other specialist or professional. Just as you can find a bad Dentist, Medical Doctor or mechanic that will take advantage of you, Chiropractors are no different. Ask questions. Feel it out. Go with your gut.
