22 VETERINARY SURGICAL THERAPEUTICS. 
can raise a hind leg from the ground with a rope which is tied to the 
fore arm of the same side, or to the horns. 
It is at times difficult to hold a hind foot backwards. Several 
devices for doing it are recommended : 
A loop of strong cord is passed above the hock, then twisted with 
a stick of wood. This means of restraint, which acts as a twitch, 
gives rise to a sharp pain, by which the movements of the animal 
Fig, 21.—Hind-limb fastened to a bar held by two assistants. (Hess.) 
are kept under control. When the pressure is sufficient, one end of 
the stick is carried in front of the leg to be raised and then back of 
Fig. 22,—Fastening of one fore and one hind limb. (Hess.). 
the one on the opposite side. Two assistants, taking hold of both 
ends of the stick, raise the leg backwards and hold it in place for 
the operator, Should the animal begin to fall, the leg can be readily 
let loose. 
