bevm Posted December 13, 2014 Share Posted December 13, 2014 Hi I hope someone can help.one of my chickens is limping and her toes are curled under.Any ideas please. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beantree Posted December 13, 2014 Share Posted December 13, 2014 Several things it could be Bevm. The most likely is a foot injury which has set to an infection known as 'bumble foot'. You need to check the pad for signs of swelling and an abscess, which will appear as a dark hard ring where puss has leaked out, mixed with dirt and hardened. A vet will be needed to open it up, drain and administer antibiotic. There may be a nail or something actually stuck in the pad. Same treatment. Could be a broken nail or toe. Clean and bandage best done by a vet. Could be a sprained knee joint which will feel warmer to the touch than the good leg. Arnica gel works over a week or so applied twice a day. Make sure the perches are not too high, that's less than 18" or lower for large birds. They also need a soft landing. Could be a strained hip joint. Nothing you can do but hope it resolves. May be neurological. No treatment I know of. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ain't Nobody Here Posted December 13, 2014 Share Posted December 13, 2014 I have had limping chickens before who seem to recover after a day or so, probably jumped off something awkwardly. If she doesn't recover, some good suggestions by Beantree! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beantree Posted December 13, 2014 Share Posted December 13, 2014 Is she just cold and you the limp is just regaining her balance Bevm? They stand on on leg with their toes curled up if they are cold. It's 7 hours since you posted so some feedback would be helpful, or why do I bother replying! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
