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#Application of toe extensions to the feet to extend the weight-bearing surface further dorsally. In this case the foal was immediately able to bear weight on its limbs. Exercise then helps to stretch the shortened flexor tendons. This can obviously be combined with intravenous administration of tetracyclines. <br><br> | #Application of toe extensions to the feet to extend the weight-bearing surface further dorsally. In this case the foal was immediately able to bear weight on its limbs. Exercise then helps to stretch the shortened flexor tendons. This can obviously be combined with intravenous administration of tetracyclines. <br><br> | ||
However, in some foals, the application of toe extensions will make the flexural deformities in the metacarpophalangeal joints worse. In such cases, the deformities of the metacarpophalangeal joints should be corrected, with splints, and the distal interphalangeal joints corrected at a later date. | However, in some foals, the application of toe extensions will make the flexural deformities in the metacarpophalangeal joints worse. In such cases, the deformities of the metacarpophalangeal joints should be corrected, with splints, and the distal interphalangeal joints corrected at a later date. | ||
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A foal was unable to stand at birth. When it tried to use its forelimbs it always knuckled forward. On manipulation, it was difficult to extend the phalanges beyond the vertical axis.
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| What is the most likely diagnosis? | Congenital flexural deformity of the metacarpophalangeal and/or distal interphalangeal joints in both forelimbs.
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| List the various options available for treatment of this condition. |
However, in some foals, the application of toe extensions will make the flexural deformities in the metacarpophalangeal joints worse. In such cases, the deformities of the metacarpophalangeal joints should be corrected, with splints, and the distal interphalangeal joints corrected at a later date. |
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