crepitus

Canine Crepitus

Crepitus is a clinical symptom in medicine that is characterized by a peculiar crackling, crinkly, or grating feeling or sound under the skin, around the lungs, or in the joints. Crepitus in soft tissues is often due to gas, most often air, that has penetrated and infiltrated an area where it should not normally be (for example, in the soft tissues beneath the skin). Crepitus in a joint can indicate cartilage wear in the joint space. It is sometimes possible to actually feel and hear arthritis by gently moving the affected joint. What is heard or felt is crepitus, the rough edges of the cartilage and/or bone rubbing against each other. The term "crepitus" is taken directly from the Latin "crepitus" meaning "a crackling sound or rattle." Typically crepitus is a grinding noise coupled with a sensation in the affected joint. Crepitus can occur with or without pain.

Sometimes the introduction of Apple Cider Vinegar to the drinking water helps to avoid the formation of crepitus. Apple Cider Vinegar is proving very beneficial to people or animals with arthritis because the malic acid content of apples dissolves calcium deposits in the joints while remineralizing the bones. It has shown to be equally beneficial to dogs with hip dysplasia.

The above information is simply informational. It's intent is not to replace the advice of a veterinarian nor to assist you in making a diagnosis of your pet. Please consult with your own veterinarian for confirmation of any diagnosis. Your pets life may depend on it.