Is this chicks leg splayed, broken, or something else?

[KathleenO]

These are my first round of chicks and I am not sure if this gals leg is splayed (so it needs to be held closer to the other leg with a rubberband, band aid, or pipe cleaner) or broken (so it needs to be splinted) or there is something else (deformity?) going on. I put a band aid on it for a few days to hold it about an inch away from her other leg and she was walking around with less struggle. But, when I put a new bandaid on, she kept pecking at it so I removed it. The rubberband method seems near impossible- I am scared of breaking her toes. I don't want to torture the poor gal but her movements look so labored so I want to help. Please see photos below. Your experiences and expertise are much appreciated

 

[Poultry parent]

If it seems to hurt when touched it's broken or sprained etc, if it doesn't hurt her, it's probably splayed

 

[coach723]

Here is a comprehensive site on poultry podiatry issues and treatments: https://sites.google.com/a/poultrypedia.com/poultrypedia/poultry-podiatry
Vetrap or co-flex bandaging works well for splay leg support. Sticks to itself instead of the bird. Easier to change and less irritation. You can cut to any size needed. Often in the horse section of the feed store.

 

[KathleenO]

Ok, thanks! Her leg doesn't seem to be hurting...? Thanks for the link too, I read it based on a previous post, but re-reading it was helpful. I went with the bandaid method. I had it off for a day or so though so maybe she reverted to her old pattern of walking. We will see how she does over the next few days...Thanks again!