Spraddle leg explained

Spraddle leg, also called splayed leg, is a condition in poultry in which the legs of newly born chicks are splayed laterally, meaning that they are unable to bear weight.

Causes

The cause has been attributed to a range of factors, although a slippery floor surface is most commonly implicated.^{[1] [2]}

Treatment

Management focuses on the use of supports (or shackles) to bring the legs back towards the midline.^[1]

See also

• Chicken

Notes and References

1. Web site: Hines. Ron. Correcting Spraddle or Splay Leg in Baby Birds. 2nd Chance. 3 October 2020.
2. Web site: Ryczek. Hayley. How to Fix Splayed Leg or Spraddle Leg. Health Starts in the Kitchen. 11 January 2016.