Physical Therapy for Stifle Problems

Did you know? the stifle joint (comparable to a human’s knee) is the largest, most complex joint in the horse, and dysfunction left untreated can lead to additional joint degradation. When reading this article my thoughts started rolling. First was that these basic stretches and exercises would be good for all horses. http://www.thehorse.com/ViewArticle.aspx?ID=19560

When the vet says "I've never seen that before" I don't know about you but my heart stopped.  You have to give yourself a moment to be in the moment to accept your feelings (accept the emotions).  On the next breath you have to continue in the moment.  As the vet describes the issue, starts giving options, starts with the maybe we should, (accept the analytical side).  Accept that while you would like to block the moment out, you need to remember what the vet says as possible.

After the vet leaves, do the right thing, call your friends :-)  Many friends are very happy to be there for you.  They understand that mostly you just need to talk to a person they trust and like.  As a few days go by let yourself swing from the emotional side to the analytical side.  Acknowledge and allow each there own moments.  Soon enough you will find yourself in a happy place, accepting of what needs to be done and able to do it.