Friday, June 09, 2006
Movement on Sidelines
Movement is out of training after developing a cherry splint. This condition is similar to buck shins, in that a sliver of bone separates, but is located near the knee. It is not a terribly serious condition, I'm told, but is uncomfortable for the horse. The vet treated the splint with a shot, and she will be on stall rest for the next few days. Then she will walk for five days, and then if she's recovering well she'll jog for a few days then return to training.
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Movement on the shelf seems to be getting little coverage.... This is a development which some feel is utterly predictable, all too common, preventable, etc. That the vet injected is also a hot topic amongst small owners.
I assume your trainer reads your blog so it might be tough to go into all aspects, but there are trainers who almost never have young horses go through training interruptions, and some that seem to buck every shin. The track vet propensity for the needle, is also an interesting area, as there are some that believe you have just done your baby more long term harm than good. But then some say that you've done what will get her back into training ASAP.
There is a reality vs theory vs practicality aspect to owning a thoroughbred, and for small owner the practicality ($$$) bottom line usually wins out.
I've enjoyed reading your chronicle to date. Keep it coming.
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