Need help! Possible broken leg

tifaus

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Hey y'all!
A couple of weeks ago i ordered some light brahma chicks. About a week ago i noticed one of them limping. The chick wouldn't let me do anything to it and I've read to just leave it alone and it'll heal on its own. Well this morning I've noticed it's swollen and i removed the chick from the flock. Can anyone tell me how to fix it? I'm worried about this poor thing.
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Here is a better view of standing up and laying down. Any info is appreciated ☺
 
Poor baby. I’m a complete newbie, but there are lots of knowledgeable folks on here. Is a vet visit a possibility for you?
 
It is hard to see the size of the swollen part of the leg , due to the picture. Is is swollen or sore at the hock? Has this been going on since you got her? The chick might have a slipped tendon or leg bone deformity. Those are usually hard to treat. Varus valgus deformity, twisted legs are common in all poutry. Here are some links to look at that might help:
https://www.researchgate.net/public..._of_the_Intertarsal_Joint_in_Broiler_Chickens

https://www.merckvetmanual.com/poul.../noninfectious-skeletal-disorders-in-broilers

https://www.backyardchickens.com/th...yone-ever-try-to-fix-this-experiences.879233/
 
It is hard to see the size of the swollen part of the leg , due to the picture. Is is swollen or sore at the hock? Has this been going on since you got her? The chick might have a slipped tendon or leg bone deformity. Those are usually hard to treat. Varus valgus deformity, twisted legs are common in all poutry. Here are some links to look at that might help:
https://www.researchgate.net/public..._of_the_Intertarsal_Joint_in_Broiler_Chickens

https://www.merckvetmanual.com/poul.../noninfectious-skeletal-disorders-in-broilers

https://www.backyardchickens.com/th...yone-ever-try-to-fix-this-experiences.879233/
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This is the best pic i can get for now lol
 

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