Repair of shoulder luxation in a horse |
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| Authors: | J B Madison D Young D Richardson |
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| Institution: | Department of Clinical Studies, School of Veterinary Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Kennett Square 19348. |
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| Abstract: | Shoulder luxation in a 3-year-old Thoroughbred filly was treated by closed reduction, using a calf jack to provide traction on the limb. Arthroscopic examination of the shoulder allowed removal of soft tissue and bony debris. After surgery, the filly was confined to a box stall for 6 months. Eight months after surgery, the filly was doing light work and was not lame. Muscular atrophy present before surgery had resolved. Use of a calf jack may allow reduction of shoulder luxation under field conditions. |
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