Recent content by martha.75

The most common reason for unilateral muscular over the pelvis is due to a long standing lameness. Does not necessary mean problems in the pelvis. Did the vets ever xray stifles (possible OCD or cyst) can cause long standing problems.

Might be set fast (tying up), get vet to pull blood and check muscle enzymes (CK / AST).

Firstly you need an accurate diagnosis, to guide future managment and treatment. ACP pills in a syringe or sedaline gel twice a day may help calm her down during box rest. Cold housing, ice boots, spa may all help to reduce inflammation. Fetlock regional tendon lesions are not that common (eg...

It sounds like a solid diagnosis has not yet been established may I suggest a bone scan to pin point the areas of inflammation before treatment. Cheaper in the long run!!

I have been told before that raising the heals reduces the strain of the DDFT that attaches to the back of the pedal bone, thus reducing the chance of further rotation. Future management and time for recovery should be guided by clinical response and xrays.

I know of a horse that was diagnosed with a supernumery tooth (312), the horse had to have routine dental work every 6 months or so to manage the overgrowth of this tooth. Approx 3 years after the diagnosis the tooth was removed as it caused a diastema (gap) 311/312 where food trapped causing...

I have a friend with a 12 yo mare that is heavily in foal, she broke her fetlock to pieces last week. She is not insured and has had her leg patched up with a cast and is now tied up all the time. I have been told when she gives birth she will be put down. Do you think this is acceptable?