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Please describe how the joint is affected. If it is a slipped Achilles tendon because of an accident, it can be repaired easily. If it is congenital and one of hte other problems, chances are slim. With a slipped Achilles tendon, the chick will hold the leg almost normally except it won't put its foot down. If that's what it is doing, I can tell you what to try.
Any suggestions would be appreciated. The chick came out of the shell this way....probably cramped in there. The little leg is moveable yet seems a little atrophied. the toes are flexible but are fixed in a slightly curled position. The chick tries to walk on it. I took the boot off so I can do therapy on the foot and leg...the bicycle motion...and gently massage the toes open and closed. I've dealt with spraddle leg and curled toes with the baby lovebirds before and they are way smaller than this baby. Sure is a spunky little thing all fluffy and loud. It's yellow with dark feathers on the sings and two little black specks on it's face...have no idea what it is...
If it is a slipped Achilles Tendon, it would be best not to work it, as that will make the joint swell, which makes it nearly impossible to get the tendon back in place. With the leg straight, gently but firmly take the joint between your index finger and thumb and roll it back and forth. If it is a slipped tendon and the necessary groove is there, you'll feel the tendon pop in and out of place. If you find that is what it is, take a very narrow strip of DUCT tape and, popping the tendon into place, wrap the tape around and around the joint ON ITSELF. Be sure it is holding the tendon in place. If done correctly, the chick should be able to move almost normally. If this is a correct diagnosis and the groove is there, it should take only a few days to correct it. The natural oils in the chicks skin will loosen the duct tape. If it pops out again after a bit, repeat the procedure. If it is a congenital defect, it can't be fixed without skilled surgery.
Please describe how the joint is affected. If it is a slipped Achilles tendon because of an accident, it can be repaired easily. If it is congenital and one of hte other problems, chances are slim. With a slipped Achilles tendon, the chick will hold the leg almost normally except it won't put its foot down. If that's what it is doing, I can tell you what to try.
Any suggestions would be appreciated. The chick came out of the shell this way....probably cramped in there. The little leg is moveable yet seems a little atrophied. the toes are flexible but are fixed in a slightly curled position. The chick tries to walk on it. I took the boot off so I can do therapy on the foot and leg...the bicycle motion...and gently massage the toes open and closed. I've dealt with spraddle leg and curled toes with the baby lovebirds before and they are way smaller than this baby. Sure is a spunky little thing all fluffy and loud. It's yellow with dark feathers on the sings and two little black specks on it's face...have no idea what it is...
If it is a slipped Achilles Tendon, it would be best not to work it, as that will make the joint swell, which makes it nearly impossible to get the tendon back in place. With the leg straight, gently but firmly take the joint between your index finger and thumb and roll it back and forth. If it is a slipped tendon and the necessary groove is there, you'll feel the tendon pop in and out of place. If you find that is what it is, take a very narrow strip of DUCT tape and, popping the tendon into place, wrap the tape around and around the joint ON ITSELF. Be sure it is holding the tendon in place. If done correctly, the chick should be able to move almost normally. If this is a correct diagnosis and the groove is there, it should take only a few days to correct it. The natural oils in the chicks skin will loosen the duct tape. If it pops out again after a bit, repeat the procedure. If it is a congenital defect, it can't be fixed without skilled surgery.
