WIND PUFFS IN HORSES

Wind puffs are distension overfilling of the synovial sheath between the suspensory ligaments and the cannon bone.

CAUSES

• Heavy work
• Full training and suddenly does not get any exercise
• Young horses-poor nutrition

SIGNS

• Joint capsule distension
• Fluid swelling in the area of the fetlock 

TREATMENT

• Reduce the work
• Drainage of excess synovial fluid
• Elastic wrap after injection may be used
• Drainage the joint capsule and injecting a corticosteroid may provide temporary benefit.
• If it is due to inadequate nutrition the ration should be adjusted according to nutrient needs of animals

Reference

Horseman veterinary Encyclopedia
Cheryl Rogers and G.Jeanne Wilcox