Dr.iCow’s diary
Date: 13.02.2020.
Dear Dr.iCow,
My hen has a broken leg. What should I do to help her recover?
From iCow Smart Farmer
Dear iCow Smart Farmer
The broken leg of the hen can be treated by giving the fractured leg bone the best conditions to heal itself. Bandaging or splinting, rest and physical therapy may help. The fracture should be properly and correctly aligned and the materials used should be firm enough to provide support. You may need to use bandages and splinting materials like wood applicator sticks or some small split wood pieces. Please isolate the bird from the flock, place her in a comfortable, safe, warm location with easy access to drinking water and nutritious feeds. Be gentle when handling chicken.
Fractures are very painful and may be caused by various accidents like strong forces and underlying diseases like osteoporosis due to a lot of egg laying which weaken bones. If attended early they heal in about 2 to 3 weeks.
Thank you
From your friend and advisor
Dr.iCow