NH with Leg Problems

[Northern Appalachian]

At about 2 weeks old, the bird had a leg injury. It was assumed to be a broken leg. It was not given any medical treatment for a week.

The bird was given to me at 3 weeks old and seemed to be somewhat healed. I wrapped the leg, swelling went down, she has a great appetite and gets around somewhat with the wings.

But now the leg in question won’t stay under her, so I’ve given her little leg cuffs a nice distance apart and she sits correctly now... but mobility has been more impaired since I’ve done this. Still eating and drinking and pooping. Any advice is appreciated. I did notice some muscular atrophy in the healed leg. She’s 3.5 weeks old now.

 

[coach723]

Pictures are very helpful....
Here is a link with all kinds of info which may help in determining the actual issue (could be a slipped tendon in the hock) and treatment options: https://sites.google.com/a/poultrypedia.com/poultrypedia/poultry-podiatry

 

[Northern Appalachian]

Update: It is most definitely perosis.

But I did walk in to her standing tonight. First time I ever saw her stand. Still a bit wobbly and clumsy. I put lots of vitamins in her water and food.

 

[Northern Appalachian]

Another Update: She started walking today, I put her back with the other chicks. Still stumbles a bit but leagues better than where she was.

 

[Eggcessive]

Hopefully she will get along well enough to grow and thrive. Good luck.

 

[micstrachan]

Glad to hear she's improving!