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Quick question: Would it be feasable to use two feline rear leg splints (see: http://tinyurl.com/3u74vbg) on my Sasha when he is in his cart? I find the only major problem he still has is the knuckling under and the splint seems to help correct that problem.
I don't see why not. You might have to adjust the cart a little with the splints on, but that shouldn't be a big deal. You'll also be doing yourself a HUGE favor starting this now, just in case the knuckling should try to turn into a contracture. My Koi didn't get here until a contracture had already started, and it's been the biggest problem he has. Sigh.
I'm hoping that the damage is not already done. It's been at least 17 months since the initial injury. I exercise his legs and bend his paws against the palm of my hand routinely, but I do note with some apprehension, his rear paws do not bend as completely as they should, comparing it to the other two kitties in the house.
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We have a product called the "Bootie Splint" that is just for knuckling under. Many of our customers buy this and use with the wheelchair. However, I don't think we have a feline size.The difference is that it doesn't go as high up as the rear splint, which will allow the leg more flexibility. Here is the link to review:
Thank you for the information, but I would actually prefer Sasha have the stability of the rear splint. He can only stand for maximum 5 seconds at a time before collapsing again, which, considering the shape he was in a year and a half ago, is a miracle in itself. Since we started using the wheels with him, I find he crawls around on his knees, rather than dragging a great deal more than he did before.
I guess my question should be: will two rear splints give him the needed boost and support to allow him to stand on his own even without his wheels in due time?
His muscles have built up nicely and what I am hoping for is to see my baby actually walk again.
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I guess I would need to know what the medical issue is. If the problem is in the spine, then no, splints won't hold out for long. If it's just a weak ankle, then yes, this should give him the added boost but probably won't regain mobility.
nbregger wrote:I guess I would need to know what the medical issue is. If the problem is in the spine, then no, splints won't hold out for long. If it's just a weak ankle, then yes, this should give him the added boost but probably won't regain mobility.
We are not certain what the initial trauma was that caused Sasha's rear paralysis. His primary vet in Bulgaria, who was the first to treat him, insisted it was caused by malnutrition and laying on the cold ground outside for over a month, after he was thrown out by his previous owners. The only definitive exam would be an MRI, which is out of range financially. X-rays and ultrasound have shown no internal injuries.
Will the rear splints physically hold him up and stop the knuckling under? His upper leg muscles are full and there is no apparent discomfort in his hip area.
Thank you.
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The rear leg splints should work for your cat. It will definately stop the knuckling under. I guess the best thing to do is order them but use a sock or baggie on the foot in case you need to return the items.
