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| [[Image:Working donkeys.jpg|right|thumb|150px|<small><center>Working donkeys (Image courtesy of [http://drupal.thedonkeysanctuary.org.uk The Donkey Sanctuary])</center></small>]] | | [[Image:Working donkeys.jpg|right|thumb|150px|<small><center>Working donkeys (Image courtesy of [http://drupal.thedonkeysanctuary.org.uk The Donkey Sanctuary])</center></small>]] |
| =Distal interphalangeal joint flexural deformity= | | =Distal interphalangeal joint flexural deformity= |
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| [[Image:Lateral view post-tenotomy donkey.jpg|right|thumb|200px|<small><center>Lateral view post DDF tenotomy mid-cannon, also using ‘glue-on’ therapeutic shoe. (Image courtesy of [http://drupal.thedonkeysanctuary.org.uk The Donkey Sanctuary])</center></small>]] | | [[Image:Lateral view post-tenotomy donkey.jpg|right|thumb|200px|<small><center>Lateral view post DDF tenotomy mid-cannon, also using ‘glue-on’ therapeutic shoe. (Image courtesy of [http://drupal.thedonkeysanctuary.org.uk The Donkey Sanctuary])</center></small>]] |
| [[Image:Shoe with toe extension.jpg|right|thumb|200px|<small><center>Shoe with toe extension (Image courtesy of [http://drupal.thedonkeysanctuary.org.uk The Donkey Sanctuary])</center></small>]] | | [[Image:Shoe with toe extension.jpg|right|thumb|200px|<small><center>Shoe with toe extension (Image courtesy of [http://drupal.thedonkeysanctuary.org.uk The Donkey Sanctuary])</center></small>]] |
− | [[Image:Post-tenotomy radiograph donkey.jpg|right|thumb|200px|<small><center>Post-surgery radiograph showing shoe (Image courtesy of [http://drupal.thedonkeysanctuary.org.uk The Donkey Sanctuary])</center></small>]] | + | [[Image:Post-tenotomy radiograph donkey.jpg|left|thumb|200px|<small><center>Post-surgery radiograph showing shoe (Image courtesy of [http://drupal.thedonkeysanctuary.org.uk The Donkey Sanctuary])</center></small>]] |
| Pre-operatively, '''radiographs''' should be taken to assess the distal phalanx; degenerative changes reduce the likelihood of a good outcome. The degree of tension and any abnormal thickening or pain in the flexor tendons should be assessed. At [http://drupal.thedonkeysanctuary.org.uk The Donkey Sanctuary] we like to arrange for a skilled farrier to be present during the assessment and subsequent surgery. This enables the farrier to be able to apply glue-on shoes while the donkey is still slightly sedated. If more than one limb is to be operated on, front limbs can be operated on with a two-week delay between surgeries, or a fore limb and contra-lateral hind limb may be | | Pre-operatively, '''radiographs''' should be taken to assess the distal phalanx; degenerative changes reduce the likelihood of a good outcome. The degree of tension and any abnormal thickening or pain in the flexor tendons should be assessed. At [http://drupal.thedonkeysanctuary.org.uk The Donkey Sanctuary] we like to arrange for a skilled farrier to be present during the assessment and subsequent surgery. This enables the farrier to be able to apply glue-on shoes while the donkey is still slightly sedated. If more than one limb is to be operated on, front limbs can be operated on with a two-week delay between surgeries, or a fore limb and contra-lateral hind limb may be |
| operated on simultaneously, with a two-week gap for the opposing limbs. | | operated on simultaneously, with a two-week gap for the opposing limbs. |
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| The donkey should have '''box rest for 10 to 14 days''', then '''restricted exercise''', depending on its temperament. If they are not restricted, young boisterous animals can over-exercise and delay healing of the tendon, while sensible animals may heal adequately on paddock rest. | | The donkey should have '''box rest for 10 to 14 days''', then '''restricted exercise''', depending on its temperament. If they are not restricted, young boisterous animals can over-exercise and delay healing of the tendon, while sensible animals may heal adequately on paddock rest. |
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| ==References== | | ==References== |
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| * Daniels, L.E., Conine, T.A., and Jackson, D.A. (1990). ‘A rehabilitation team approach to correct flexural deformities in a donkey foal’. ''Canadian Veterinary Journal 31''. pp 297-299. | | * Daniels, L.E., Conine, T.A., and Jackson, D.A. (1990). ‘A rehabilitation team approach to correct flexural deformities in a donkey foal’. ''Canadian Veterinary Journal 31''. pp 297-299. |
| * Walmsley, J.P. (1995). ‘Flexural deformities of distal interphalangeal joints in a group of young donkeys’. ''Equine Veterinary Education 7''(1). pp 4-6. | | * Walmsley, J.P. (1995). ‘Flexural deformities of distal interphalangeal joints in a group of young donkeys’. ''Equine Veterinary Education 7''(1). pp 4-6. |
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