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Post by solomon on Apr 18, 2012 19:38:58 GMT
Okay Pete on treatment for navicular. Vet says half hour walking maximum. She didn't say how often but knows I can normally only ride about four times a week. We are allowed to build up to an hour walking by next farrier visit in six weeks time. I have to keep him in over reach boots all the time. What would you do re any other tips for preserving his legs, feet. He is on a hoof supplement too. Oh and a strict diet! Any ideas gratefully received, thanks.
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Post by racaille on Apr 19, 2012 15:51:55 GMT
I have no direct experience Sol, but I thought this was very interesting, particularly the bit about working them long and low and engaging the back end (to take some of the weight off the front legs) www.novickdvm.com/navicula.htmIt seems that movement to increase circulation is the prime objective and I have found nothing about protecting the legs. Is he now out 24/7? |
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Post by scattymare on Apr 19, 2012 16:53:30 GMT
Thats a good article. Nothing really to add other than where possible work on softer (but not deep) surfaces if you can so theres not as much concussion to the hoof.
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Post by brigadier on Apr 19, 2012 18:05:04 GMT
I know the farriers can put a pad between the hoof and the shoe which can help with the concussion. Dont trot on roads, especially downhill and if a very steep downhill get off and walk.
I too havent heard about preserving the legs but I suppose in the early stages you would want to support the flexor tendons as it is the wear on them that causes the pain but not sure of the link in supporting them for navicular?? ie would a bandage higher up the leg help the abrasion lower down, however thinking about it using stable bandages would help keep the circulation going whilst boxed so its more about supporting whilst resting?? so in that case would some of the magnetic therapy wraps from premier equine be useful (in case you havent spent enough money!!)
Thinking aloud about most of this Sol so dont take my word on it.
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Post by solomon on Apr 19, 2012 19:05:07 GMT
Thanks folks, pads have been suggested by farrier. Not trotting for six weeks, and can use trusty disused railway line to limit concussion. Interesting about down hill logical of course but always think they work harder uphill. Different in his case. Thank-you for all suggwstions. Don't mind spending if it helps (OH not listening!) Have looked at magnetic over reach boots too.
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Post by jangles on Apr 20, 2012 14:36:43 GMT
Sol I have a pair of magnetic over reach boots that you can borrow to see if they make a difference before you decide to buy. Let me know if you're interested  |
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Post by solomon on Apr 20, 2012 15:49:06 GMT
Very kind of you I think I might just keep an eye on e bay. Premier Equine have a competion running to win some so I entered today!
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