#161 - Vet check and physio

Teddy has had a big week with a vet check and a physio appointment! The good news is there is absolutely nothing wrong with his back. There is no wastage, it is strong, and he is in good order. His GP saddle has also been checked for fit and it's perfectly fine. His stock saddle was already fitted. It was picked up that he could do with some stretching as he is a bit stiff in the neck, so I will be doing stretching of his front legs before and after a ride.

An issue that was discovered is that he has arthritis in his fetlocks. The extent is still to be determined and he will be receiving a course of pentozan once a week for the next four weeks and it will be decided after that how much he has improved and how much more medication he may need. I was told by the physio, Kate Sagar, that his fetlocks are like he has run in a hundred races! He was a working stockhorse and polo horse so that pretty much explains it.

Other than that he is in great health and  is fit to ride! I'm very happy!

I think Teddy might need a little lie down now.