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Post by harveydales on Sept 14, 2007 13:10:54 GMT -1
I keep popping on here for more news. At least the vet has pinpointed the area af pain and hopefully you'll know more by the end of the day. I have heard of windgalls causing lameness but very rarely. No point second guessing - I've got my fingers crossed for a good prognosis.
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Post by Debbie on Sept 14, 2007 15:23:39 GMT -1
I've never heard of windgalls causing lameness. Maybe there's a hidden tendon tear or bone chip in joint itself? Keeping everything crossed the xrays will show something tangible.  |
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Post by SuzieP on Sept 14, 2007 17:21:02 GMT -1
Well - he's home with a big red bandage on his leg and none the worse for his adventure.
The diagnosis isn't quite conclusive as yet. The X-rays showed some fusion in the joint - which I think means arthritis. I asked the vet and he said " yes, if that's what you want to call it" (he's a bit young and very clever and doesn't quite understand yet how to talk to customers who don't know a lot). So we're going to treat it as such for the time being and see if Bea improves. He's going to rest for another few days, then the vet will come out and give him a steroid injection into the joint with some joint fluid to oil the wheels as it were. He should come sound within a couple of weeks - and if he does then it's arthritis and we'll treat him accordingly. Which means MSM and occasional bute if he needs a helping hand to stay comfortable. I'm hoping that because the joint isn't affected very badly supplements will keep him free and mobile.
The vet said that the joint isn't too bad and although Bea has obviously done some mileage it isn't as bad as he's seen in some horses his age.
So I suppose it's generally hopeful, although windgalls aren't ruled out entirely yet.
He's on his resting regime for a while yet. I've come to an agreement with YO re additional costs for bedding etc so things aren't so bad.
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Post by AliandDolly on Sept 14, 2007 17:23:42 GMT -1
oh bless bea sending big hugs to you and bea alixx |
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Post by Debbie on Sept 14, 2007 19:06:18 GMT -1
Did the vet say whether he could return to jumping? Or is he pretty much out of the jumping game?
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Post by SuzieP on Sept 14, 2007 19:12:27 GMT -1
We didn't discuss that, Debbie. Although if it is arthritis, it's at such a low level that there's no reason why he shouldn't return to his normal work once the steroids and joint supplements have taken effect. It's not as if his normal work is very demanding and there isn't much jumping involved. It's good that his work time is generally spent in the arena which has a rubber and sand surface so less shock to the joints. We'll just have to make sure we don't ride fast on hard ground.
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Post by harveydales on Sept 14, 2007 19:52:22 GMT -1
I'm SO glad he's home and none the worse for his experience. No doubt you are feeling very relieved to have him back at the yard! I'm really . pleased that your YO is so understanding and you have been able to come to an agreement over things. Yes, signs of fusion are an indicator of wear and tear type osteoarthiritis. It does sound like the trouble in the field a few weeks ago simply aggrevated it and hopefully it will settle down again. I say this after months of internet research on this subject over my own ankle problems. I wish our GPs etc were as thorough as your vet clearly is! I could go on and on about this subject but I won't except to say MSM/omega oils/glucosamine really can make a difference and don't be frightened to use anti-inflammatories like Bute when needed. Bea is a lucky horse to have such a caring Mum. He WILL come right again.............. |
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Post by Debbie on Sept 15, 2007 5:35:16 GMT -1
I'm glad for that, as he did seem to enjoy his jumpies  And I've still got my fingers crossed for him that with the right combos of support he'll come fully sound again for you |
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Post by PonyGirl on Sept 15, 2007 6:07:56 GMT -1
Ya'll are in my thoughts for a fully sound boy.
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Post by dalesponyrider on Sept 15, 2007 7:50:46 GMT -1
So pleased you now have a diagnosis Sue and that it sounds as though Bea will come sound. Lots of love and hugs for you and caresses and scratches for Bea. x
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Post by nars on Sept 15, 2007 8:01:08 GMT -1
Good news that he is on his way to a definite diagnosis, Sue. I hope that with rest and supplements Bea can get back to a comfortable state.
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Post by Rowndan on Sept 15, 2007 8:11:22 GMT -1
im really glad you now know whats happening with bea and im really pleased he will be able to return to work
sending you big hugs sue xx
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Post by knight on Sept 16, 2007 3:33:19 GMT -1
So glad to hear that you do have a diagnosis now for Bea and that it's something that can be worked with. It's so true that supplements can simply work wonders for arthritis and the vets usually say the best thing is that they stay in gentle work so they don't get stiff & as you say his work is on good footing. So here's hoping that Bea can enjoy just a bit more resting up and then be back sound & back at workl.
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Post by emmadales on Sept 16, 2007 5:46:31 GMT -1
Glad to hear you have a diagnosis. I hope that supplements enable him to lead a full working .life. Its good that his work area is so soft as that will def help
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Post by zeldalithgow on Sept 16, 2007 11:19:36 GMT -1
Pleased to hear you have a diagnosis Sue, we were told to keep Prince moving so that he didn't stiffen up - so getting Bea back to work will be good for him
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