semitendinosus? hamstring any exp ?

[cellie]

Having few problems backing new horse.Had mc Timoni out today to check back and found he has tender spots around bum area one side of tail which I have googled and its described as semitendinosus very similiar to our hamstring.He has always been reluctant to let me groom and touch this area he lifts his leg at me .I have to massage every day to help release muscle .
He had saddle fitted proff 6 weeks ago but mc timoni lady found he has changed shape and found its to tight so this could be causing problems backing too.
Has anyone else experienced injury to this area.Interested to hear what problems and treatment you used.
I have another very experienced back lady coming out on 5th sept who will work along side vet if we cant make progress.

 

[KentOsteo]

The semitendinosus muscle is part of the hamstring group along with biceps femoris and semimembranosus

 

[cellie]

The semitendinosus muscle is part of the hamstring group along with biceps femoris and semimembranosus

Hi yes found same info out on google but wondering what exp others had and time to repair ?,what could have caused it etc. Wondering if this is causing some bilateral shortness in stride.

 

[KentOsteo]

Arrrgh didn't finish! Anatomy....
It is a fairly common area of tension in the horse, as it is in humans (can you bend forward and touch your toes without the back of your legs pulling?) but it can be a symptom of an underlying problem e.g in the limb joints/hip. If his saddle isn't fitting he us likely to be not working correctly from behind, and so putting this area under more strain. Massage/stretching/treatment from a suitably qualified therapist should help!

 

[KentOsteo]

Could be caused by a trauma usually slipping in the field/on ride with hindleg under the body. May also be a chronic overuse/repetitive strain I.e if the foot balance is wrong, incorrect self carriage etc. mat also be symptom of underlying joint restriction/pathology. Simple strains usually better in 6-8 weeks with correct rehab.

 

[cellie]

Thanks thats helpful ,saddle was fitted proffessionally but he was in poor shape and is now looking very good.My adjustable is on way back with new point straps so that will help.Also found hip alignment was out and this has been adjusted. Back lady said she thought he might have had fall as he is flat along bone on one side of pelvis maybe hit door or fell over .He had issues but is turning into great horse the only problem being he runs /bolts as if in pain hence checking everything from scratch. thank you

 

[KentOsteo]

Good for you to have everything checked out! Certainly with a tight saddle thats biting into hus topline, the horse will not want to lift the back and engage the back end - therefore trailing his back end out behind, and overusing the hamstring muscles.

 

[cellie]

This is all falling into place . He had very poor feet as in neglected and short Ive had farrier out again today balance is now good although still little short. He was terrified of things and people behind him so possibly had bad exp in previous home, maybe fell over , both my instructors think hes had very bad exp.Dentist has sorted teeth so just another saddle refit and maybe more rest .

 

[cellie]

Good for you to have everything checked out! Certainly with a tight saddle thats biting into hus topline, the horse will not want to lift the back and engage the back end - therefore trailing his back end out behind, and overusing the hamstring muscles.

thanks feel loads better now