dimanche 9 mars 2014

A Veterinary Chiropractor Can Provide Natural Healing For Your Pet

By Jaclyn Hurley


Chiropractic care for animals is much the same as that for humans in that it is primarily based on the connection between the bones and joints, in particular the spine and proper function of the nerves and organs of the body. It is used as a natural alternative to surgery and drugs to stimulate healing in the body through physical manipulation. It can be performed on cats, dogs, and larger farm animals such as goats, sheep, and horses.

Pet owners in Pittsburgh PA can trust the skilled hands of a veterinary chiropractor to identify problems areas in their beloved animals and provide effective therapy to restore them back to normal. Once the function of the nerves and joints has be restored, the animal will enjoy reduced pain and improved overall health.

The pet will be given a full examination by the chiropractic practitioner which is carried out to identify any possible areas of subluxation, which is a misalignment of the spinal vertebrae or articulate joints. Subluxations can cause localized pain and impaired movement and are also believed to be responsible for the malfunction of reduced function of nearby nerves and organs.

Although many pet owners ultimately wait until their four-legged friend is demonstrating discomfort or they have been referred to this therapy by their regular veterinarian, it can benefit the animal as a preventative approach as well. Routine application of chiropractic care can keep one's pet in good health, eliminate any chronic or acute pain, and even improve such conditions as epilepsy and recurring ear infections.

Prior to a fully examining the pet's spine and joints, the chiropractor will gather a full medical background on the animal as this information can be useful in determining the best treatment approach. If a subluxation is found, the practitioner will normally apply "adjustments", which are quick, direct thrusts delivered either manually or using a special tool, to restore alignment.

Owners need not be concerned that this procedure will hurt their pets, as it is done in a manner that does not cause pain. If the practitioner has noted that the animal is very sensitive in the area to be treated, only the gentlest manipulation will be applied, or if needed another form of treatment other than adjustments will be provided.

Most pets will show an improvement either right away or after a few days following an adjustment. In either case, the chiropractor will likely want to see the animal again in a week's time to ensure that the adjustment's effect is still in place. Sometimes it takes a few days for the animal to get accustomed to the realignment.

When an animal is beginning to undergo chiropractic care, it should ideally receive treatment once a week for four consecutive weeks. After improvement has been noted, treatments can be less frequent. Each animal's needs may differ from the next depending on its age, the type of condition it has, and level of activity. Generally, more active animals will require adjustments more often than sedentary ones.




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