Osteoarthrosis

[Zoo Nanny]

Have you thought of contacting other exotic vets or Tufts exotic clinic to see what they are using for pain management. I've seen accupuncture and accupressure used on animals(mammals) with good results, hopefully you will find it works well for your snake.

[RhacGurl]

Originally Posted by Zoo Nanny

Have you thought of contacting other exotic vets or Tufts exotic clinic to see what they are using for pain management. I've seen accupuncture and accupressure used on animals(mammals) with good results, hopefully you will find it works well for your snake.

I am working with an exotic vet. He told me there is no pain associated with osteoarthrosis. It is not osteoporosis nor is it osteoarthritis according to him. I do not agree with him that she is not in pain which is why I have taken steps to treat her alternatively and why I am seeking help here for information about this condition.

I am not opposed to conventional pain management, I have not gotten to that point in her treatment yet. Although there is a great section in the Merick manual that recommends various drugs to use with herps. Her condition is not dire yet. It has the potential to wreak havoc on her in the near future.

Thank you everyone for your questions. I really hope I can find more information about the condition itself.