Hen has injured foot

[The Ricker]

One of my hens is limping around. No obvious injury. has her foot curled under and is walking on the top of the ankle.
How can I fix this?

 

[azygous]

You may not be able to fix it unless it's a vitamin deficiency or an injury. You say there's no sign of injury. I will assume you did a thorough foot exam, top and bottom and nails and scales.

B complex vitamins may help, along with vitamin E and selenium, but if your chicken got into a neuro toxin, the brain damage may be permanent. I urge you to investigate possible sources: machinery leaking fluids onto the soil, insect killer sprayed around the area recently, flaking paint on buildings, etc.

 

[Eggcessive]

Make sure that your vitamins include riboflavin (B2) since curled under toes as well as walking on the hocks or knees can be a symptom of riboflavin deficiency. B Complex tablets are an economical sourve of B vitamins. They can be crushed and sprinkled on food or treats.