Question:
I want to discuss the subject of treating hygroma and how you might help the animal community by spreading the word through your column.
The current treatment by many veterinarians is to put a drain in and to surgically remove the swelling (bursa) or leave it untreated, which often results in an open wound. The results of these techniques are almost always poor. We constantly hear of cases where the procedures result in wounds that do not heal and, in extreme cases, become decubital ulcers. We have heard of situations where the DVM has done multiple surgeries, each one resulting in a greater wound site. Some veterinarians are seeing the light (as evident by postings on the Veterinary Information Network), recommending against surgery and drains. There is a better way not only to treat this problem, even when acute, but also to deal with it at the early stages without surgery. This is where the potential self-promotion kicks in.
Ten years ago, we invented a product called DogLeggs for ourfriend and family member Gerif, a 10-year-old Rottweiler who developed a severe hygroma and our local DVM did not have an effective treatment. DogLeggs is a coverage solution that provides the protection necessary to prevent the repeated trauma to the joint area and allow the body to heal itself. Thousands of dogs have been cured using this product. Through the veterinary conferences we attend and the advertising we do in veterinary medical journals, we continue to work hard to get the word out to both professional animal health people and the communities they serve. We hope you will see fit to mention this in your column. The most important thing for us is to help animals be healthy and bring hope to their human companions.
J-H. G., Reston, Va Oct 04, 2009
Answer:
Hygroma, a serum-filled blister, is a common affliction of large dogs, especially as they get older. Callouses on their elbows may become infected, and the infection spreads into the hygroma and around the elbow joint, making life difficult. Your product will indeed improve the quality of life and comfort of many dogs.
All large dogs should be given padded dog beds on the floor and be trained to lie on them in order to help reduce elbow trauma. Daily application of aloe-vera gel to the elbow will help the healing process. Affected dogs should get used to wearing the elbow-protecting harness made by DogLeggs.
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