| Generalised tetanus in a 2-week-old foal: use of physiotherapy to aid recovery. | |
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PMID: 22008124 Owner: NLM Status: In-Data-Review |
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A 2-week-old Estonian Draft foal presented with signs of severe generalised tetanus, recumbency and inability to drink. The suspected source of infection was the umbilicus. Medical treatment was administered, including tetanus antitoxin, antimicrobial therapy and phenobarbital to control tetanic spasms. In addition, an intensive physiotherapy program was carried out during the recovery period. Techniques designed for syndromes involving upper motor neuron spasticity in humans were applied. Exercises aimed at weight-bearing and mobility were executed with the help of a walking-frame. The foal made a complete recovery. To our knowledge, this is the first report of the use of physiotherapy in the treatment of tetanus in horses. |
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Authors:
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Ak Mykkänen; Hk Hyytiäinen; Cm McGowan |
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Type: Journal Article |
Journal Detail:
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Title: Australian veterinary journal Volume: 89 ISSN: 1751-0813 ISO Abbreviation: Aust. Vet. J. Publication Date: 2011 Nov |
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Created Date: 2011-10-19 Completed Date: - Revised Date: - |
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Nlm Unique ID: 0370616 Medline TA: Aust Vet J Country: Australia |
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Languages: eng Pagination: 447-51 Citation Subset: IM |
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© 2011 The Authors. Australian Veterinary Journal © 2011 Australian Veterinary Association. |
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Department of Equine and Small Animal Medicine, University of Helsinki, Finland. |
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