Good file on bird fractures! Save for later!!

[saracarver3]

Hello,

im currently dealing with a full grown Tom turkey wing fracture or dislocation of the Humerus after a fight with a wild Tom. It’s one thing after another with this turkey geesh!! But after two days of researching I came across this super informative file from a vet. It can be applied to all birds - minus the euthanasia parts because I’m sure most of us would keep an injured bird even if they lost flight ability! Anyways - wanted to post for everyone just in case if reference.

 

[casportpony]

How is your turkey doing?

 

[saracarver3]

He is good! Has some limited range of motion in the wing but flaps it almost as high as the other. He can fly short distances - probably comparable to what he would normally be able to based on his size. Thanks for asking!

 

[casportpony]

So happy for you both! Love your wrapping job!

 

[saracarver3]

Being a nurse helps lol

 

[casportpony]

I guess that would help. Probably also explains why you were able to utilize the splinting manual.