244 The Diseases of Animals 



parts to unite so that the horse can do light work; 

 but an animal that has suflEered from a partial rupture 

 of the ligaments should never again be subjected to 

 severe work. 



RUPTUKED TENDONS 



Owing to severe exertion, the tendons of the legs, 

 especially the back tendons, may be completely or par- 

 tially ruptured. There is usually severe lameness 

 in the injured tissues, associated with swelling and 

 inflammation. In treating the parts, the inflammation 

 should first be reduced by the application of hot or 

 cold water, wet bandages being applied lightly to re- 

 lieve the strain. After the swelling has subsided, 

 liniments or light blisters can be used. The parts 

 should not be subjected to severe strains afterward. 



