Neurectomy of the Deep Branch of the Lateral Plantar Nerve - Equine Surgery - B&W Equine Hospital

Injury to the proximal region (origin or top) of the hind-limb suspensory ligament is a common problem in performance horses. The surgical treatment for this condition involves removing a portion of the nerve (the deep branch of the lateral plantar nerve) that innervates (supplies) the proximal suspensory ligament. A small incision is made on the back of the horse’s leg below the hock and a portion of the nerve is removed. Following this the incisions are closed with absorbable sutures under the skin and skin staples and the limb is dressed. At B&W Equine Hospital the surgery is performed by one of two specialist surgeons assisted by a team of nurses. The surgery is performed under a general anaesthetic monitored by a veterinary surgeon.

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