Posted by Chris M on February 23, 1999 at 16:35:17:
In Reply to: Navicular disease posted by Suzanne on February 19, 1999 at 16:45:27:
I'm not sure if some of the details are missing. Typically, the diagnostic workup for navicular disease involves a number of flexion tests on both front legs, seeing the horse move on a small circle on a hard surface. After all this (it takes time), a nerve block on the worst leg is typically administered. Often, that leg then moves sound, and the unblocked leg shows ouchiness, as navicular usually affects both front legs. Then, a vet may decide to take a series of radiographs of the area, looking for evidence which might substantiate the diagnosis.
From what you've written here, I would think more diagnostic work is needed before a diagnosis of navicular could be made.
Assuming it is navicular, there are probably shoeing adjustments, etc. that would be more helpful than the isoxuprine. Is the adequan being injected IM?
As far as the hock, I would think radiographs would be needed before hock injections would be prescribed.
I'd certainly ask more questions.