Rocco is unable to walk and run as he would normally, often holding his leg up. Noel and his engineering colleague Jay Meswania have designed a brand-new form of ankle replacement which has the possibility of providing him with a pain-free life on four legs.
But it’s not a straightforward procedure, and Rocco will be the first dog in the world to benefit from this specific implant construct design. It’s called a FitzTAR – Total Ankle Replacement – and it’s a lot more real than an Avatar!
Watch as Noel and his team redefine possibility, using cutting-edge techniques and innovation in this world-first operation.
Behind the scenes
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