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Metacarpal Soreness Best Treatment
Trevor Furner Australia (Verified User) Posts 477 Dogs 36 / Races 13 27 Jan 2019 03:15
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Hi all
I bought a pretty decent dog only recently from Victoria and after I had him over to vet before placing with my regular trainer we found he has front left Metacarpal soreness and Sesamoid soreness.
Just wondering whats your thoughts on best possible treatment for this fella as from what vet said to me was to treat inbetween runs with capsicum spray etc.
Previously when I trained myself before I got sick with cancer I always used either bone radiol or Zheng Gu Shui or Dermacusal etc then maybe wrapping a poultice.
Is there any new product out there that would be good to use in helping with the soreness so it does not affect his performance on the track.
I paid five figures for this dog and only want the very best for him.
Your input would be greatly appreciated.
Regards Trevor
Kenneth Markham Australia (Verified User) Posts 252 Dogs 0 / Races 0 27 Jan 2019 06:13
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Trevor u are in the right track u can also use Odzon before u trial then wash off straight after running.Also get a good muscleman to check hips and shoulders in case u are getting referral pain.A little care in the beginning may pay dividends.
Malcolm Smart Australia (Verified User) Posts 12802 Dogs 19 / Races 34 27 Jan 2019 06:17
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get your money back, on going problems, probably won't put 2 runs together...
Trevor Furner Australia (Verified User) Posts 477 Dogs 36 / Races 13 27 Jan 2019 07:37
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kenneth markham wrote:
Trevor u are in the right track u can also use Odzon before u trial then wash off straight after running.Also get a good muscleman to check hips and shoulders in case u are getting referral pain.A little care in the beginning may pay dividends.
Hi Kenneth cheers mate. Yeah he was sore in his triangle muscle as well for which vet needled for us and now has been put on laser. Will have a trial next week as vet said give him a run after doing the treatment so will stick to his plan. Paid quite good money for him so nothing will be spared on this fella. Very well bred dog and his litter brothers sister already running and winning group 1s. This dog already won 9 races including a fast 34.19 Sandown and 37.34 Shepparton so he has ability.
Time will tell but will ensure he is kept sound as was a little concerned after.vet said will need management after each run. Normally I would call previous owner and question the injury but decided best to just do what vet said and see how we go.
Thanks again mate for the advice.
Trevor
Kenneth Markham Australia (Verified User) Posts 252 Dogs 0 / Races 0 27 Jan 2019 08:34
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Malcolm Smart wrote:
get your money back, on going problems, probably won't put 2 runs together...
Malcolm I cannot believe the negativity u are missing out on making money my last dog from Vic one first up at Bulli in 22.62 so I am sure Trevor will improve his dog too
Malcolm Smart Australia (Verified User) Posts 12802 Dogs 19 / Races 34 27 Jan 2019 09:46
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kenneth markham wrote:
Malcolm Smart wrote:
get your money back, on going problems, probably won't put 2 runs together...
Malcolm I cannot believe the negativity u are missing out on making money my last dog from Vic one first up at Bulli in 22.62 so I am sure Trevor will improve his dog too
I really hope he does, but 90% of the time they are only sold because something is wrong, not negative I'm a realist..
Edward (Ted) Howard Australia (Verified User) Posts 1195 Dogs 16 / Races 0 27 Jan 2019 10:05
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Stick with the bone- radiol Trevor best thing going IMO. and good luck.Cheers Ted.
Jack Zappala Australia (Verified User) Posts 112 Dogs 0 / Races 0 27 Jan 2019 20:46
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Trevor Furner wrote:
Hi all
I bought a pretty decent dog only recently from Victoria and after I had him over to vet before placing with my regular trainer we found he has front left Metacarpal soreness and Sesamoid soreness.
Just wondering whats your thoughts on best possible treatment for this fella as from what vet said to me was to treat inbetween runs with capsicum spray etc.
Previously when I trained myself before I got sick with cancer I always used either bone radiol or Zheng Gu Shui or Dermacusal etc then maybe wrapping a poultice.
Is there any new product out there that would be good to use in helping with the soreness so it does not affect his performance on the track.
I paid five figures for this dog and only want the very best for him.
Your input would be greatly appreciated.
Regards Trevor
Trevor Congarts on the new addition!.
Im no professional but this is what some professional's would do.
Bone Radiol 3 days on 2 days off x3 Laser for as many days required or until he shows no more soreness
and give him a month off at least that way you have covered all bases ensuring him the best recovery possible
After this first race laser again and ice his metacarpals (I would do this after every run)
Good luck and may be bring u truck loads of fun!
Mark Chalker Australia (Verified User) Posts 53 Dogs 1 / Races 0 30 Jan 2019 07:24
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Hey Trevor, how are you mate ? Hope your doing well mate give me a call 0478313700
Jack Ogilvie Australia (Verified User) Posts 15482 Dogs 0 / Races 1 30 Jan 2019 07:27
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Cut all the crap get a decent laser and laser the dog twice a day..This is the 21st century.
Trevor Furner Australia (Verified User) Posts 477 Dogs 36 / Races 13 31 Jan 2019 12:16
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mark chalker wrote:
Hey Trevor, how are you mate ? Hope your doing well mate give me a call 0478313700
Hey Mark how are you mate. Will give you a call tomorrow. Long time between drinks mate.
Trevor Furner Australia (Verified User) Posts 477 Dogs 36 / Races 13 31 Jan 2019 12:19
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Jack Ogilvie wrote:
Cut all the crap get a decent laser and laser the dog twice a day..This is the 21st century.
On the laser a lot with him. Seems to be working on him. Appreciate your words Jack. Cheers.
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