What to Do About Wobbly Hocks

Injuries and Conditions of the Tarsus

📅Wednesday, August 12 | ⌚ 10am, 1pm and 8pm ET | ⏳55 Minutes

Presented by Amber Ihrke, DVM, DACVSMR

 

Tarsal injuries are among the most common orthopedic conditions seen in general practice and can affect patients of all ages. 

Understanding tarsal anatomy, injury patterns, the associated orthopedic conditions, and learning how to approach and treat these common cases can significantly improve diagnosis, case management, and clinical outcomes.

Join Dr. Amber Ihrke on Wednesday, August 12, to learn the most up-to-date information about diagnosing and managing conditions and injuries of the canine hock, including tarsal fractures, Achilles tendon injuries, OCD, and tarsal hyperextension.

 

Key Learning Objectives
 

  • Anatomy of the tarsal joint and common conditions in both juveniles & adults

  • Where fractures are likely to occur

  • Acute and chronic injuries to the Calcanean tendon and luxations of the SDF tendon

  • When and how to use musculoskeletal ultrasound

  • Rehabilitation and regenerative medicine options that include photobiomodulation (laser therapy) and platelet-rich plasma

  • Real case examples from Dr. Ihrke's practice
Amber-Ihrke

Amber Ihrke, DVM, DACVSMR

Owner and Medical Director, Veterinary Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation of Homer Glen

Dr. Amber Irhke was born and raised in Las Vegas, Nevada, and double majored in Biology and Veterinary Science at the University of Nevada-Reno. In 1996, she graduated from the University of Missouri,Columbia, with a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree.She is certified in Canine Rehabilitation from the Canine Rehabilitation Institute, Veterinary Acupuncture from the Chi Institute, Veterinary Spinal Manipulation from The Healing Oasis, and Veterinary Pain Management from the International Academy of Veterinary Pain Management.

In 2021, Dr. Ihrke received designation as a Board Certified Specialist (Diplomate) from the American College of Veterinary Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation (ACVSMR). Dr. Ihrke is on the faculty of The Healing Oasis. In her free time, she keeps busy with her husband, four daughters, and two dogs. She enjoys competing in triathlons and running.