NEDD3
New User
Hello, I'm new to this site, and what a way to start by asking for everyone's advice.
The Story..
My horse has been diagnosed with Kissing spine in three vertebrae just where the back of the saddle would sit. After a bone scan we also found hot spots in all three joints of the right hind. She has built up more on the right to the left with a v. pronounced bump on the right side of her lumber region (not KS related) My vet has advised that the Sacral Iliac region has been damaged but is no longer an active injury. Xrays of the stifle and Hock show no changes to date. My vet believes (as i wanted her to eventually event) that it is not worth pursuing any treatment as she will never be able to cope with ridden work (schooling/jumping)
This mare in mind and soul is quiet literally perfect! and most importantly is my best friend. Do i fix the KS and have a happy hacker and give up on a competitive future or do as the vet advised and turn out the lights??
This little mare is rising 5 she is TBx Warmblood so far we have done a lot of groundwork and she has been lightly backed. I have had various treatments done (prior to diagnoses) including Bowen, Mctimoney, Masterson Method, Physio, two healers, acupressure and miyo facial release. All of which have helped short turn.
My head and my heart are in a constant battle and i just don't know what to do for her or me.
I don't expect this decision to be made for me as this is something i have to make, but if any of you have had any experience with the above or have any words of advice im all ears
xx
The Story..
My horse has been diagnosed with Kissing spine in three vertebrae just where the back of the saddle would sit. After a bone scan we also found hot spots in all three joints of the right hind. She has built up more on the right to the left with a v. pronounced bump on the right side of her lumber region (not KS related) My vet has advised that the Sacral Iliac region has been damaged but is no longer an active injury. Xrays of the stifle and Hock show no changes to date. My vet believes (as i wanted her to eventually event) that it is not worth pursuing any treatment as she will never be able to cope with ridden work (schooling/jumping)
This mare in mind and soul is quiet literally perfect! and most importantly is my best friend. Do i fix the KS and have a happy hacker and give up on a competitive future or do as the vet advised and turn out the lights??
This little mare is rising 5 she is TBx Warmblood so far we have done a lot of groundwork and she has been lightly backed. I have had various treatments done (prior to diagnoses) including Bowen, Mctimoney, Masterson Method, Physio, two healers, acupressure and miyo facial release. All of which have helped short turn.
My head and my heart are in a constant battle and i just don't know what to do for her or me.
I don't expect this decision to be made for me as this is something i have to make, but if any of you have had any experience with the above or have any words of advice im all ears
xx
