Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Flexural Deformity of the Distal Interphalangeal Joint.
- Journal:
- The Veterinary clinics of North America. Equine practice
- Year:
- 2017
- Authors:
- Caldwell, Fred J
- Affiliation:
- Department of Clinical Sciences · United States
- Species:
- horse
Abstract
Flexural deformities in young horses are commonly referred to as contracted tendons, which is a term that is not consistent with what is currently understood about their cause. Flexural deformity of the distal interphalangeal joint can be either congenital (present at birth) or acquired (develop at a later stage of growth typically between 1 and 6 months of age). These 2 manifestations are commonly managed differently depending on the cause, age of onset, severity, duration, complicating factors, and owner expectations. Early recognition and appropriate intervention are essential to ensure that it is not performance limiting.
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