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Discussion on Chronic swollen hock w/ no obvious lameness
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New Member:
Vthomas
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Posted on Friday, Dec 10, 2004 - 1:01 pm:
Hi. I've read the posts, and still have one question. I own an 18 yr old schoolmaster (dressage thru PSG, we compete at 2-3rd level). He has had chronically "boggy" hocks since I purchased him 3 yrs ago, and his been sound for competition the whole time. 1 year ago I felt he was moving more stiffly: Xrays last year showed no arthritis (I think my vet said there were only some-age related changes, but no DJD or arthritis), and flexion tests last year showed mild tenderness both hocks (score of "1"). When we found this, we tried oral Glucosamine Sulfate (no effect) and then Legend--He is really happy and moves more fluidly w/monthly Legend injections. Here is my question: His hocks are really large, "boggy", no heat. Is there any potential benefit to trying to pressure-wrap them to reduce the fluid?...or it it likely at this point they will just fill in again since tissue is already distended. If there is potential to wrap, I read the article on how best to do this, but what (if any) type of liniment or poultice would be appropriate to reduce swelling? Thank you.
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DrO
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Posted on Saturday, Dec 11, 2004 - 7:01 am:
I don't think you can reverse the stretched tissues but you might be able to prevent further worsening. Also you might make a temporary improvement by wrapping just prior to competition that might also improve your scores. I would not use a liniment or poltice under such a pressure wrap as the area you want to get pressure on is so prominent. I suggest you look into the neoprene / velcro hock wraps or I suspect Sports Medicice makes a hock wrap. Start slow: short periods with as little pressure that keeps the bandage on and build up to see what works best and watch carefully for pressure sores, particulary over the back.
DrO
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Vthomas
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Posted on Saturday, Dec 11, 2004 - 3:50 pm:
Thank you for the advice--I will try this. Sincerely, Vicky
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