When a dog’s kneecap (patella) keeps slipping out of place—a condition called patellar luxation—it can cause limping, pain, and long-term damage to the knee joint. Tibial Tuberosity Transposition is a surgery that realigns the kneecap by moving a small piece of bone (the tibial tuberosity) where the kneecap attaches. This puts everything back into better alignment, allowing the kneecap to stay in its groove during movement.
Why it matters:
This procedure helps your pet walk normally again, reduces pain, and prevents further joint damage. It's especially helpful for small dogs prone to knee issues, and early treatment leads to better long-term results.
Why it matters:
This procedure helps your pet walk normally again, reduces pain, and prevents further joint damage. It's especially helpful for small dogs prone to knee issues, and early treatment leads to better long-term results.
This X-ray image shows the knee joint after the TTT procedure. The tibial tuberosity has been successfully transposed and secured with surgical implants, resulting in proper alignment of the patella within its groove.