IS YOUR DOG WELL-ADJUSTED?
How can my dog benefit from Chiropractic?
What kinds of problems respond to chiropractic, will it hurt?
List of Conditions which may indicate a need for chiropractic care.
Licensure and scheduling an appointment.
HOW CAN MY DOG BENEFIT FROM CHIROPRACTIC CARE?
Chiropractic care offers a natural, drug-free adjunct to your dog's total health care. In conjunction with regular veterinary care, chiropractic care can decrease pain, and add quality to your dog's performance, movement, and well being. Chiropractic care addresses problems stemming from imbalances in the following three systems:
THE SKELETAL SYSTEM AND JOINTS OF THE BODY: Bones and joints form a flexible structure and capable of pain free movement when in normal health and alignment.
THE MUSCULAR SYSTEM: Healthy muscles allow the joints to move freely. Healthy muscles are free of spasm, weakness, pain, knots, or degeneration.
THE NERVOUS SYSTEM: Nerves "direct" the functions of the body controlling the flow of communication between the brain and all areas of the body. When nerves are pinched, reduced performance levels and pain may result. This can eventually lead to a state of poor health.
Chiropractic care is extremely helpful for animals having problems involving the joints, muscles and nerves. This is because chiropractic addresses the mechanical causes of disease where the nerves are pinched by a stuck or rotated joint or by a tight muscle. This is called " A SUBLUXATION OR MISALIGNMENT".
Two adjustments are usually performed initially. The dog is then monitored for changes to see if there is any measurable improvement. If none is present, your veterinarian is called in to perform further diagnostic work. If your dog has noticeably improved, a future adjustment schedule is determined based on the type and severity of your dog's condition. This range is usually 4 to 6 weeks between adjustments unless the condition is chronic or severe and requires more frequent visits.
Chiropractors treat subluxations by gently adjusting the misaligned area into alignment. In most cases this restores proper skeletal movement, muscle and nerve function. My adjustments are LOW FORCE and GENTLE, the equivalent of an adjustment for a human infant. Most dogs noticeably enjoy their adjustment.
SOME CONDITIONS WHICH MAY RESPOND TO CHIROPRACTIC TREATMENT:
I am licensed as a chiropractor,
D.C., not as a veterinarian, D.V.M. And I am certified in animal chiropractic through the American Veterinary Chiropractic Association. In Wisconsin, animal chiropractic may only be performed with a veterinary referral, and only if that veterinarian has performed an examination to determine the best course of treatment for your dog. It is recommended that you contact the Am. Veterinary Chiropractic Association (AVCA) 309-658-2920 or your state chiropractic and veterinary boards to determine exact laws in your state.Please contact your vet to determine the need for diagnostic work and the appropriateness of a referral if you suspect that chiropractic care may be beneficial for your dog. The AVCA has a list of all certified animal chiropractors in the world. (See phone # above)
If your veterinarian has determined that chiropractic care may be helpful
for your animal's condition, and you wish to schedule an appointment in
Wisconsin, you may call one of the following clinics: You must have
a veterinary referral to make an appointment. If you do not currently have
a vet, one of our vets can examine your animal to assess the appropriateness
of chiropractic care for your animal's condition. Madison: 608-244-2555
Truesdell Animal Hospital Milwaukee: 414-228-7655 Silver Springs
Animal Wellness Clinic