Hypothesis #2: Fracture involving the growth plate with subsequent sepsis

	When the calf was pulled, the chains caused a fracture involving the growth plate. 
This led to an isometric growth of the metaphysis or epiphysis which eventually resulted 
in an acquired angular limb deformity, seen in the valgus conformation and instability of 
the leg. The chains around the leg also resulted in lesions, which could have been 
exacerbated by improper bandaging.  
The erroneous cast application may have caused additional lesions.  The lesions 
became infected, aided by the insufficient immune response seen in young ruminants.  
This is demonstrated by the unhealed wounds and draining tract, despite sufficient time 
for healing. The infection caused a sepsis in the joint, resulting in the inflammation, pain, 
crepitus, and swelling seen upon physical exam.  The result of these combined factors 
was the lameness noted by the owner.