Hello,
My dog was on NSAIDS (Deramaxx, Rimydal, etc.) as well as Tramadol for pain. I think Tramadol and Gabapentin can be upped in dosage if needed. For years he had Glucosamine and fish oil. In the end I used a harness (help em up harness ) to assist with stairs, etc. My dog also went to therapy (swimming, laser therapy, massage, stretching, strengthening) to assist with his very declining hind quarters. I think Prednisone is more of a late stage application but can greatly assist with pain, inflammation, etc. for a period of time.
Thanks for giving Leroy a comfortable senior stage to his life.
Bob