HORSES. 



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least often the seat of lameness, save for one particular cause, 

 as follows: — 



SPRAIN OF THE KNEE, 



It is difficult indeed to define which of the numerous liga- 

 ments is affected when this joint suffers, but if we can ascertain 



The dotted lines show the direc- 

 tion in which the sprained tendons 

 and ligaments bulge and alter the 

 shape of the knee. 



on which side the greatest amount of tenderness exists we are able 

 to apply a remedy with more certainty, and need not cover so much 

 ground. Of one thing we may be sure, no matter what struc- 

 tures are involved, and that is this, that Elliman's is the remedy. 

 Knee lameness generally results from a fall, but sometimes a 

 growth into or upon the joint may cause it. The lameness is 

 more likely to be caused by a fall than by a high splint creeping 

 up from below. Such a thing however may occur. The other 

 cause of knee lameness is from within. {See Rheumatism, page 54.) 

 Between the knee and foot, occur the largest number of sprains 

 and other injuries demanding the use of Elliman's. The 

 powerful binding ligaments on the knee, and the tendons passing 



