Splinting device for hindlimb fractures in horses.
A Robert Jones bandage modified to include a steel walking bar frame and, in one case, side-supporting bars, was applied as a splinting device in 4 horses with hindlimb fractures (3 tarsal and 1 middle phalangeal). The modification was used as an adjunct to previous casting therapies or as a means for handling casting failures or soft tissue problems encountered during the casting period. This means of stabilization is easily adapted to replace a problematic cast in various clinical settings, is easily applied in the standing patient, is easily changed and adjusted on a regular basis, has minimal complications, is comfortable, and can be used for support for a long period.
D000818:Animals; D001458:Bandages / Q000662:veterinary*; D005260:Female; D050723:Fractures, Bone / Q000628:therapy / Q000662:veterinary*; D006734:Horse Diseases / Q000628:therapy*; D006736:Horses; D008297:Male; D008684:Metatarsus / Q000293:injuries*; D011247:Pregnancy; D011248:Pregnancy Complications / Q000628:therapy / Q000662:veterinary; D013165:Splints / Q000662:veterinary*; D013639:Tarsal Bones / Q000293:injuries*