Why is my bearded dragon dragging his lower body after a fall?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
I dropped my bearded dragon and now he is dragging his lower body. I know he does not have the bone disease because I already went to the vet to get his full check up. And you tell me what may be wrong with him? I'm am sorry worried about him.
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Published on July 7th, 2018
Hi, I hope this is not the case but your beardie could have an injury in his spine as a result of the fall. I would recommend to see a vet and have some X-rays taken to understand if there is anything serious or something that can heal with time. Thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach !
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Published on July 25th, 2017
You need to take Burt to a reptile ver asap as he may have serious damage. His back could be injured which will make it diffucult for him to walk and go to the toilet. He may need xrayed to make sure nothing is broken and will at least need pain relief.
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Published on February 1st, 2020
Have him rechecked by a different veterinarian or a vet experienced in treating reptiles. X-rays should be done to confirm a fracture. Sometimes, they cannot be palpated (felt). Unfortunately, if he has a spinal injury, his chance of recovery may be poor.
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Published on August 1st, 2017
I'm sorry Sam isn't feeling well. I would suggest a visit to a reptile veterinarian as fractures may not always be appreciated on the reptile without x-rays. He may just have soft tissue injuries and be sore but in that case the veterinarian may be able to prescribe some pain medication as he heals. But if he has a spinal or neurologic injury the sooner it is treated the better chance for a full recovery. Until you get him to a veterinarian keep him confined with minimal picking up or climbing. Monitor his eating drinking and stools to make sure he is still getting adequate nutrition.
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