Splayed leg

[jazzyb]

Well I got three new babies last week. On day two the Exchequer Leghorn was limping, pulling one leg out to the side and holding up the foot.
On the internet I go and diagnose splayed leg. Immediately try to hobble her with a band aid. Not too easy but accomplished. Next day no improvement in fact she seemed worse, leg extended out even more when I removed the brace. Then I used the straw and rubber band method. Had to adjust the band so that her legs weren't too far apart to make her legs straight. She has been able to walk around well, eat and drink. Her leg seems to be getting stronger and in a better position.
Hopefully little Lucky will make a full recovery. I have enclosed a picture since there were few out there but lots of sites have instructions.

 

[Cayuga momma]

Awe, great job! I love exchequer leghorns!

 

[BidDaddy]

How is this going?

 

[jazzyb]

Took the brace off after about a week and Lucky is sooooo much better. Her leg is still a bit to the side but she can walk just fine and is bending the leg correctly and has both feet planted firmly on the ground. Yeah!!!!!

 

[BidDaddy]

Took the brace off after about a week and Lucky is sooooo much better. Her leg is still a bit to the side but she can walk just fine and is bending the leg correctly and has both feet planted firmly on the ground. Yeah!!!!!

Glad to hear it! We just braved up a chick yesterday that is about two weeks old. How long did you keep the brace on for?

 

[Bonniebooboo]

Well I got three new babies last week. On day two the Exchequer Leghorn was limping, pulling one leg out to the side and holding up the foot.
On the internet I go and diagnose splayed leg. Immediately try to hobble her with a band aid. Not too easy but accomplished. Next day no improvement in fact she seemed worse, leg extended out even more when I removed the brace. Then I used the straw and rubber band method. Had to adjust the band so that her legs weren't too far apart to make her legs straight. She has been able to walk around well, eat and drink. Her leg seems to be getting stronger and in a better position.
Hopefully little Lucky will make a full recovery. I have enclosed a picture since there were few out there but lots of sites have instructions.

Kudos to you! that little chick looks to be doing well.

 

[jazzyb]

Glad to hear it! We just braved up a chick yesterday that is about two weeks old. How long did you keep the brace on for?

I left the brace on for a bit over a week. She was a lot better after a few days but drastically improved with the extra time. Good luck with your little one.

 

[Cluckingham palace capers]

Gorgeous

 

[chuckachucka]

Great job fixing those little legs!

 

[GayEgg]

Looks good...

We have a Welsummer with a splayed leg. We've braced it and also use a cup.