Swollen Duck Foot

[DuckHut167]

Early this week my duck started limping. Seemed to get worse. Been trying to keep her in her run while letting other ducks roam to keep her walking to a minimum. She seems to barely use her leg now. I hate seeing her this way. Could it be a fracture? Still warm to touch. No signs of cuts/scabs to identify it as bumblefoot. Hitting and drinking good. Any ideas or suggestions? Was able to do one Epson soaks today.

 

[oldhenlikesdogs]

Does look swollen. Could be a sprain.

 

[Jenbirdee]

How is your duck now? What have you done to try to help her so far? Sorry I did not see your post sooner, but I would suggest soaking in lukewarm water with Epson salt. Try not to let her drink it and also letting her rest. Maybe in a crate near the other Ducks so she could still see them.
Does the area feel hot because it could be an infection inside the joint if so, she would need an antibiotic

 

[Jenbirdee]

OK, I just reread your post and you said it does feel hot and you are soaking with Epson salt, which is great. Do you have any antibiotics like amoxicillin or enrofloxacin on hand? Or is a visit to a vet to get some a possibility?
I had two Welsh Harley Quinn’s a long time ago that had swollen toes that were hot and I was able to take them to the vet and he gave them an antibiotic which cleared it up. He said there was an infection in the joint.