## Overview Semimembranosus strain is injury to one of the hamstring muscles on the medial caudal thigh. It occurs from overexertion during collection, steep hill work, or slipping. Signs include hind-limb lameness, swelling, pain on palpation, and a shortened stride. It can be difficult to distinguish from semitendinosus strain. ## Causes Acute overload. ## Diagnosis Palpation and ultrasound. ## Treatment Rest and rehabilitation. ## Recovery and Prognosis Good. ## Prevention Conditioning and safe footing.
hind-limb lameness; swelling on the medial caudal thigh; pain on palpation; reluctance to engage the hindquarters; shortened stride
## Overview Semimembranosus strain is injury to one of the hamstring muscles on the medial caudal thigh. It occurs from overexertion during collection, steep hill work, or slipping. Signs include hind-limb lameness, swelling, pain on palpation, and a shortened stride. It can be difficult to distinguish from semitendinosus strain. ## Causes Acute overload. ## Diagnosis Palpation and ultrasound. ## Treatment Rest and rehabilitation. ## Recovery and Prognosis Good. ## Prevention Conditioning and safe footing.
hind-limb lameness; swelling on the medial caudal thigh; pain on palpation; reluctance to engage the hindquarters; shortened stride