curled toe paralysis

[abengel]

I just noticed my 2 week old silkie chick has symptoms of curled toe paralysis, and is walking on her ankle. Not sure how long she's been like this, can't imagine I missed it for long but the toes are pretty stiff and frozen in place. I've already started poly -vi sol, and ordered a more complete chick supplement, but should I also try to set the toes in place with a "shoe"? Thought I was using a good starter feed...

 

[ChickensAreSweet]

https://sites.google.com/a/larsencreek.com/chicken-orthopedics/leg-braces
scroll down to the bottom for the photos

Sorry I haven't read that site so cannot point you to exactly the right spot (other than the pic). Hopefully it will be informative.

 

[abengel]

Okay, thanks. It looks like I should try a shoe... hope it's not too late!

 

[ChickensAreSweet]

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I hope it all works out for you and your little one gets better!