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Cris J

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Hi there - our six year old thoroughbred gelding hs injured his knees after attempting to jump a wire fence into a paddock. He landed on his knees but has not damaged any skin - all skin covering the caps is sound however both knees are hugely swollen. This happened two days ago. We have been hosing three times a day, using ice poultices and now have bandaged both legs. He is in a paddock with two other horses and we have not attempted to confine him as we are concerned he will become very stressed with the separation and possibly incur more damage. Have also been using anti inflammatories and while they seem to help with pain management are not have reducing the swelling. As it is xmas very hard to get hold of a vet here. Any suggestions to help guide us through this gretly appreciated. Also if any one has an estimate as to how long the swelling should take to go down would be greatly appreciated. He is a lovely young horse being brought on for showjumping and eventing but is also a loved family member. Any thoughts welcome
thanks and happy holidays
cris
 
The swelling will probably take another day or two to start to come down, it is best to leave him out as much as you can, this should help it disperse.
I think you are doing all you can, keep using plenty of ice/ cold hosing will help with any bruising, a bute twice a day should also help.
If it flares up any more then maybe get the vet as soon as you can.
 
Thanks for that and especially for replying so quickly - I am assuming then bandaging then is ok - there seems tobe divided opinion over this on knees
regards cris
 
Bandaging is OK but be really careful about how tight. The skin over the accessory carpal bone (bony bit at back of knee) is extremely prone to developing pressure sores.
 
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