Bumble Foot
Bird Diseases or Bird Health Care
Bumble foot is defined as being a staph infection on the bottom of the feet or toes. The infection will eventually eat into the bone and travel to other parts of the body; therefore, it is life endangering. It is a painful condition.
Possible Treatments:
Vets may recommend hot soaks, antibiotics, and/or maybe even surgery. There are rehabilitators who have had success by injecting Pipercillin.
CEH ointment (Calendula, Echinacea, and Hypericum) has also been used to treat this condition. Clean feet thoroughly, apply liberal amount of CEH and wrap with gauze to keep ointment in place and feet clean. Apply twice a day until feet appear healthy. CEH may be purchased from Quintessence, 608-251-6915.
- Discuss with your vet the potential use of: Arnica - to relieve soreness and swelling following an injury or surgery.
Resources: Arthritis ... Staphylococcosis, Staphylococcal Arthritis, Bumble Foot ... Natural Antibiotics / Herbal Anti-inflammatories - Strengthening Your Immunesystem Naturally (human applications - discuss with your holistic vet) ... General Avian Health References
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