What Gracie has: Angular Limb Deviation (ALD) is seen most commonly in young foals and is defined as a deviation from the normal axis of the limb in the frontal plane. There are two general terms used to describe the deviation. Valgus refers to a lateral deviation of the limb distal (below) the point of the deformity. Varus refers to a medial deviation of the limb distal to the point of the deformity. The most common deviation (as in Gracie’s case) seen in young foals is a lateral deviation which originates at the level of the carpus (knee), known as carpus valgus.
There are a few options, most are very expensive. We are checking into the next steps for Gracie’s future. At this point, although I am a very positive person it does not look very bright for her. We will keep you informed.
There are a few options, most are very expensive. We are checking into the next steps for Gracie’s future. At this point, although I am a very positive person it does not look very bright for her. We will keep you informed.
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