Abstract

ESTAY, S. A. U.; OIDOR, M. A.  and  RAMIREZ, J. S.. 3D prótesis to correct body axis and balance in Barn owl and American kestrel. Rev. vet. [online]. 2021, vol.32, n.1, pp.95-100. ISSN 1669-6840.  http://dx.doi.org/10.30972/vet.3215643.

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The amputationof apelvic limb in raptor, must be carefully evaluated and taken as the last possibility to save the life of the bird, because after the amputation, several degenerative factors can occur, such as alteration of the body axis, an incorrect distribution of weight and bumblefoot. A good alternative to counteract these problems is the use of prostheses that seek to help recover the body axis and maintain good posture. The use of 3D printers for this type of project offers a more accessible and easier to work alternative due to its versatility in both design and materials. The present project tests the design of a 3D prosthesis and documents the correction of the body axis and the modification of its use in the daily activities of an american kestrel and a barn owl with a tibiotarsal amputation in its distal third. Although the use of prostheses does not allow the reintroduction of the birds, it gives the opportunity to intégrate them into conservation programs such as captivity reproduction or environmental education.

Keywords : 3D printing; prótesis; raptor; american kestrel; barn owl bumblefoot.

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