Well in VERY unfortunate news, my just over a month old foal came in 4/5 lame on Monday. Diagnosed yesterday with a slab fracture. One surgeon is optimistic for a full recovery/performance career and suggests inserting 1 lag screw ASAP. One says I’m “considering saving a lifelong pasture puff/broodmare.” Any experience here? Time is of the essence so any anecdotes or jingles are very much appreciated. (Cross posted in breeding as well)
I had one who had a slab fracture as a 2-year-old, and the subsequent surgery and screw. It was rehabbed carefully and correctly. The horse had zero limitations, 100% sound, and had one of the best vettings of any of my horses when I sold him last year. In fact, he vetted out the day after hunter pacing 10 miles. It might hurt your resale value down the line, but I wouldn’t think twice about a return to function (or in your foal’s case, future function).
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Ohhhh this is wonderful to hear–thank you! Peterson and Smith is doing the surgery Monday and my fingers, toes and everything else is TIGHTLY CROSSED. This is a “for me” filly, so future vettings don’t concern me, just her comfort and soundness.
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Carpus?
No personal experience, but I’d be gurardedly optimistic about the chances.
I’ll jingle a couple curb chanis for you.
Yeah. It’s not…great but it’s unfortunately where we’re at. Happy to post some images if people here would like to take a gander. She’s (surprisingly) stable on the limb and is weight-bearing.
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As a vast generality… foals recover from many orthopedic conditions better than adults. If she is cooperative, you have a good chance of a positive outcome. Best of luck!
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