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Capped hock is due to distention of the subcutaneous bursa or development of an acquired bursa over the tuber calcanei. This usually results from repetitive trauma (eg, kicking or leaning on stable walls) and is not usually associated with lameness.
Joint injection is probably the most widely used and effective treatment for a horse with clearly identified problems in his lower hock joints. The injection puts anti-inflammatory agents directly into the space between the bones of the sore joints.
21 sie 2017 · One of the most useful treatments at this stage is sedation, particularly ACP which can relax the horse. He should also be treated with pain relief and anti-inflammatory treatments to improve...
Disorders of the tarsus (hock) include the conditions known as bog spavin, bone spavin, and curb. The tarsus can also be affected by displacement of the tendon from the hock, fracture of the tarsus, hindlimb tendon and muscle ruptures, stringhalt, and thoroughpin.
21 maj 2018 · Joint disease is one of the most common issues effecting sport horses. Because there is no cure for joint disease, treatment goals surround slowing progression of the disease, minimizing pain, increasing function, and optimizing performance.
Bog spavin, bone spavin, curb, thoroughpin, capped hock…a host of problems can occur in this important joint in a horse’s hind leg. Because the horse derives power from the hindquarters, any problem involving the hocks has a good probability of being serious.
Recognising the signs of hock joint issues, understanding how different disciplines place unique strains on the joint, and knowing the best treatment options for common ailments like arthritis are key aspects of responsible horse ownership.
