How long can a cat's hind leg fracture heal?

The duration of recovery for a cat's hind leg fracture depends on the severity of the condition. The cat will need to rest quietly for a period of time, ranging from one month to 3-6 months. If the fracture has been confirmed, surgical treatment should be carried out according to the specific fracture site. It is recommended to conduct a detailed assessment of the fracture site before surgery, take at least two X-rays of the fracture site, and choose an appropriate fixation method based on the fracture condition.

Hind leg fracture symptoms

Symptoms of a cat's hind leg fracture: The cat becomes uneasy during movement, screams often, and usually bears weight on three limbs or jumps around with three limbs. Examining the affected limb, you can see changes in the appearance of the fractured limb, and the swelling of the fracture site above the ankle joint is obvious. Two to three days after the fracture, due to the absorption of tissue decomposition products and hematomas, there may be a slight increase in body temperature. If not treated in time, it is likely to develop into a suppurative infection.

Hind leg fracture without defecation

There are several reasons why a cat with a hind leg fracture does not defecate: The cat may lose its appetite due to pain, resulting in no food intake and thus no defecation. In addition, the cat's hind leg fracture may also damage the pelvis, causing intestinal compression or nerve damage, making it difficult for the cat to defecate. It is necessary to take the cat to the pet hospital in time for X-ray examination to determine the cause of the disease.

Treatment of hind leg fracture

It is best to take X-rays as early as possible to determine the lesion site and formulate the best surgical plan. The earlier the surgery, the better, to avoid increased surgical difficulty and impact on healing due to inflammation. After surgery, the cat should rest quietly for 1-2 weeks, apply antibiotics systemically, use appropriate anti-inflammatory analgesics, adjust the diet structure, strengthen nutrition, pay attention to the intake of vitamins and calcium phosphorus, and exercise moderately to prevent muscle atrophy and joint stiffness.