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[RC] Blown Ligaments - Bruce Weary DCHi Jessica-- Presuming they aren't using the word "blown" as a slang term, if a ligament is ruptured clear through, the ends will not mend together without surgery. Tendons attach muscle to bone, and ligaments hold bones (joints) together. So if a ligament is overstretched or torn, either partially or completely, there will be joint instability. The long term effects of exercise on an unstable joint include cartilage degeneration, arthritis, and usually progressing pain. You could have an MRI done on the mare to see if her tissues are intact, or a less expensive first step would be to have a good orthopedic vet exmaine the involved joint for stability or ligament laxity. If those ligaments are significantly compromised or torn clear through, I think you are looking at a brood mare or pasture ornament. Good luck with her. Dr Q =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Ridecamp is a service of Endurance Net, http://www.endurance.net. Information, Policy, Disclaimer: http://www.endurance.net/Ridecamp Subscribe/Unsubscribe http://www.endurance.net/ridecamp/logon.asp Ride Long and Ride Safe!! =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=
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