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Diseases of the Fetlock (Ankle) of the Horse
  by Robert N. Oglesby DVM

Introduction

Introduction » Definition and Anatomy » Localization of Lameness to the Fetlock » Diagnosis » Windpuffs » Fractures of the Proximal Phalanx (PP) » Fractures of the Proximal Sesamoid Bones » Luxation of the Fetlock Joint » Tenosynovitis of the Flexor Tendons » Septic Tenosynovitis » Palmar Annular Ligament Syndrome » Angular Limb Deformities » Flexural Deformity » Osteochondrosis (OC) » Infection of the Fetlock Joint » Acute Synovitis and Arthritis » Chronic Proliferative or Villonodular Synovitis » Sesamoiditis » More Info 

Next to the hoof, the most common area of lameness in exercising horses is probably the fetlock or ankle of the horse. Though many causes of lameness in this region are easily seen and diagnosed, lameness originating from here that is difficult to localize on the physical exam is readily localized with the use of perineural anesthesia (nerve blocks), for more information. Careful use of nerve blocks can localize lameness originating from the fetlock and can further define intraarticular and intrasynovial pain from the other causes of lameness in this region. Careful use of regional anesthesia may even localize the pain from particular structures. This article discusses the diseases that occur in the fetlock and their diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis.
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iconBreaking down1 170 Feb 11, 10
iconProtruding bone parts on x-ray1 4 Jun 22, 09
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iconLong term prognosis for LH suspensory injury1 4 May 25, 07
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iconRehab for medial collateral ligament injury1 7 Feb 27, 06
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iconDiagnostic Surgery on Fetlock- Help! Should I Go Ahead1 11 Jul 24, 07
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iconLame...again.1 39 Feb 27, 05
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iconAnkle Swelling Caused by Bandaging??1 4 Jun 16, 04
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iconSprained fetlock/suspensory ligament1 2 Jan 7, 04
iconPuncture wound to fetlock joint1 3 Aug 21, 03
iconFused fetlock1 2 Aug 17, 03
iconExtended lameness1 7 Sep 12, 03
iconCollateral Ligament Damage with New Bone Growth1 7 Aug 19, 03
iconSwollen ankle and lameness??1 10 Dec 21, 03
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icon8 day old foal with swollen fetlock1 4 Jul 10, 01
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