Hock OA with Achilles swelling

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I have a 5yo M/N chocolate lab that has recently been diagnosed with a strained

achilles tendon. There is thickening at the tendon insertion and ST swelling on

rads. Also noted was bone chips in the joint with general OA present and the

rDVM is going with a tentative diagnosis of OCD. The dog has horrible

conformation in the rear in that there is very little angulation in either the

stifles or the hocks. We are rehabbing the injury with exercises, U/S and

laser. The owner (and myself) are wondering whether a support of some kind

would be warranted at this stage to help support the hock joint and hopefully

prevent further injury necessitating surgery. This is a fairly active dog and a

very dedicated owner. Looking for anyone's thoughts??

Tracey DVM, CCRT