Shoulder arthropathy (SAR)

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• Defining characteristics:
  Mineralization within the periarticular region of the shoulder, calcification of biceps tendon/supraspinatus, osteophyte/enthesophyte formation (caudal aspect of humeral head, glenoid rim, bicipital groove)
  
• Common differential diagnoses:
  Primary shoulder arthritis, tendonitis, artifactual due to overlapping structures, obliquity of shoulder
  
  
• Helpful additional data:
  Has there been any limping or pain?  Has the patient been slow to rise or lie down?
  
  
• Commonly associated diagnostics:
  Consider *SignalCare MDB in advance of medical or surgical therapy.
  
  
• Commonly associated treatments:
  Based on physical exam findings and clinical presentation, discuss analgesia and cage confinement, discuss weight management and lifestyle changes, joint supplements, and consider surgical options if severe
  
• Commonly associated home care:
  Discuss cage rest, analgesia

*SignalCare MDB = CBC/Chemistry/Urinalysis/Thoracic ultrasound/Abdominal ultrasound