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This Concept Map, created with IHMC CmapTools, has information related to: PROCEDURES, RESECTION OF THE DIP JOINT BULBAR APPROACH A wooden block is applied with PMMA on the healthy digit of the affected limb. This technique provides better visualization of the DIP joint without invading the tendon sheath when it is not necessary., The electric grinder was used to trim down to the appropriate toe length (6cm) ???? The electric clipper was used to model the interdigital space, HOOF TRIMMING PROCEDURE ???? Mark all measurements on the claw using a marker, ruler and protractor, DIGIT AMPUTATION ???? A skin flap could be preserved to cover the stump by continuing the interdigital incision distal and abaxial at the palmar and dorsal aspect of the digit and along the proximal aspect of the coronary band., RESECTION OF THE DIP JOINT ABAXIAL APPROACH The defect in the hoof wall remains open to facilitate drainage, thus the hoof wall is weakened by this technique. but cattle should be confined to a small area with excellent footing during the early stages of healing., DEEP DIGITAL FLEXOR TENDON RESECTION ???? One or 2 skin sutures are placed in the proximal incision. Systemic antibiotics are routinely given for 5 days. The drainage tubing is removed in 2 weeks., Trim toe length to the marked off area (6cm) using the hoof clippers. It should be a straight cut, leaving the toe with a square end. ???? Ensure no sharp edges by using the rasp to file down the hoof till it is smooth., RESECTION OF THE DIP JOINT SOLAR APPROACH Systemic antibiotics are given for 10 to 14 days, depending on adjacent soft tissue infection. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs are given as needed for the first few days postoperatively., Mark all measurements on the claw using a marker, ruler and protractor USING POWER TOOLS The electric grinder was used to trim down to the appropriate toe length (6cm), Mark all measurements on the claw using a marker, ruler and protractor USING NON-POWER TOOLS Trim toe length to the marked off area (6cm) using the hoof clippers. It should be a straight cut, leaving the toe with a square end.