WINDPUFF

A soft swelling which appears on either side of the fetlock area. Windpuffs are generally considered blemishes, but may indicate excessive strain which could lead to more serious trouble. "Articular windpuff" is the distention of the fetlock joint capsule. "Tendinous windpuff" involves the DDF sheath. a.k.a: Windgall; hygromata; road puff; popped ankle.