Bog Spavin
Equine Veterinary

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Bog Spavin
A soft swelling caused by an increase of synovial fluid around the hock joint.

Causes
Bog Spavin can be caused by:

A direct injury such as a kick.
Straining of the joint capsule.
Degenerative joint disease.
Synovitis - inflammation of the joint lining
Infection of the joint itself.

Bog Spavin Symptoms

Soft swelling appears around the hock joint.
Lameness can occur in some but not all cases.

Bog Spavin Treatment
Some of these treatments may prove successful, but the underlying cause of the bog spavin must be found.

Rest
Anti inflammatory drugs
Draining the joint may be necessary in some cases.
Corticosteroids injected directly into the joint.
Joint lubricant put directly into the joint.