Simitri Stable in Stride

Simitri Stable in Stride is a three-part modular surgical implant used in dogs to stabilize the stifle, or knee, joint after rupture of the cranial cruciate ligament, the canine equivalent of the human anterior cruciate ligament. Breeds such as Labrador Retrievers, Golden Retrievers, Mastiffs, Rottweilers, and Boxers are predisposed to this injury, which causes progressive knee instability, pain, lameness, and arthritis. Unlike alternative procedures such as tibial plateau leveling osteotomy or tibial tuberosity advancement, the implant requires no cutting of bone: it is placed under the skin over the joint and secured with six cortical locking screws, giving the joint immediate stability. Dogs typically bear weight on the leg within twenty-four hours and recover within about four months.