## Overview The fibula in the horse is a reduced bone. Fracture of the fibula is uncommon and usually occurs with other lateral stifle or proximal tibial trauma. Clinical signs are those of stifle-region pain and lameness. Many fibular fractures are managed conservatively. ## Causes Trauma to the lateral stifle region. ## Diagnosis Radiographs of the stifle. The fibula can be difficult to evaluate; computed tomography is more sensitive. ## Treatment Most isolated fibular fractures are treated with rest and anti-inflammatories. Concurrent injuries dictate additional treatment. ## Recovery and Prognosis Generally good for isolated fractures. Associated ligament or joint damage worsens the outlook. ## Prevention Trauma avoidance.
stifle-region lameness; swelling; pain on palpation of the lateral proximal tibia/fibula; radiographic fracture line
## Overview The fibula in the horse is a reduced bone. Fracture of the fibula is uncommon and usually occurs with other lateral stifle or proximal tibial trauma. Clinical signs are those of stifle-region pain and lameness. Many fibular fractures are managed conservatively. ## Causes Trauma to the lateral stifle region. ## Diagnosis Radiographs of the stifle. The fibula can be difficult to evaluate; computed tomography is more sensitive. ## Treatment Most isolated fibular fractures are treated with rest and anti-inflammatories. Concurrent injuries dictate additional treatment. ## Recovery and Prognosis Generally good for isolated fractures. Associated ligament or joint damage worsens the outlook. ## Prevention Trauma avoidance.
stifle-region lameness; swelling; pain on palpation of the lateral proximal tibia/fibula; radiographic fracture line