Re: RC: pulled muscle

[Tivers@aol.com]

In a message dated 3/28/99 7:08:56 PM Pacific Daylight Time,
Olympian06@aol.com writes:

<<  I hand walked him and he got a little lamer (head bobbing) but lately
 seems to be getting better.  He has a small *dip* at the point of his
 shoulder.....has anyone had this happen, maybe a muscle spasm of some sort?? 
 
 My question is......I have a 25 mile ride on May 1st and would really like to
 take my gelding, this would be his first race.  I was planning on taking it
 slow anyway (around 5-6 hours).  If my gelding seems sound, do you think it
 would be wise to take him on this ride or would I be asking for trouble.  I
 think I might have a back up horse (thanks Lori!) but if at all possible I
 would like to take my gelding!  I have never had to deal with a muscle
 pull........any advice would be GREATLY appreciated.
 
 Thank you very much!!!!
 
 Johnna and MC (Team Slug, we start slow...than taper off!)
  >>

I would hesitate to attempt this one. Last "shoulder" I experienced took
several months to come around. The horse may soon appear to go sound, but will
go lame again under stress. Better let it heal.

ti


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