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Often the first step in diagnosing arthritis is recognising the signs at home. If you see any of the subtle signs, its a good idea to have your cat examined by your vet. They may be able to detect swelling, pain and inflammation or take a radiograph to confirm any suspicions.

The good news for cats and their owners is that arthritis can be managed successfully with appropriate treatment and simple changes to your cats environment.

Medication for arthritis can help reduce pain and inflammation to improve your cats quality of life, though it will not cure arthritis. In many cases, animals affected by arthritis will need to be on medication for the rest of their lives.

The most commonly used drugs for managing arthritic pain are called non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). These drugs can be very effective at controlling the pain and inflammation associated with arthritis, but pet owners must take proper care when administering them and they should always be used under direct veterinary supervision to avoid the risk of side effects.

Usually, a combination of medication and complementary approaches, including diet and weight management and physiotherapy is used to treat arthritis.

Every cat requires a specific treatment plan. Your veterinarian will be in the best position to discuss a tailored treatment plan for your cat.

Omega-3 fatty acids

Disease ModifyingAgents, Nutraceuticals

Weight reduction, diet management

Physiotherapy, gentle exercise, massage, Hydrotherapy, Heat and cold therapy

Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, the cornerstone of arthritic pain management

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