Chiropractic Care for Pets
You’ve likely heard of chiropractic care for people, but did you know that it’s also becoming quite popular as a treatment for pets? You may know that chiropractic care has been used on larger animals, particularly horses. It’s also been used to help many other animals, such as turkeys, pigs, elephants, and even snakes. Even little animals, like hamsters, can benefit! A local Valley Center, KS vet discusses this wonderful treatment below.
Basics
Chiropractic care has been around for a long time. In fact, it was used by ancient Chinese and Greece civilizations! As you may know, chiropractic treatments are based on the manipulation of the spine. Think about it: the spine is the central ‘highway’ of the nervous system. Any blockage can impact the flow of information to and from the brain. This can, in and of itself, affect many of the body’s systems, including the digestive system, reproductive system. It also plays a huge role in the release of the body’s natural chemicals. By realigning the spine, the treatments can increase mobility and range of motion, reduce headaches, restore nerve function, correct chemical and hormonal imbalances, and help facilitate healing. Ask your vet for more information.
Benefits
There are many reasons that chiropractic treatments are growing in popularity in the world of veterinary medicine. For one thing, it doesn’t require the use of drugs or surgery. It’s also very safe, and may be repeated as needed. Most importantly, it helps pets feel better. Seeing a stiff pet becoming more mobile and playful is reason enough in and of itself!
Uses
Chiropractic treatments can help animals with many different ailments and illnesses. The most common use is to correct back pain, but it is also used to help pups with skeletal problems, such as bone or disc issues or misalignments. It can also help pets with mobility issues, incontinence, muscle spasms, hip dysplasia, skin problems, and even anxiety.
Tips
Chiropractic care is great, but it isn’t one-size-fits-all. Treatments are always offered on a case-by-case basis, after a diagnosis has been made. That said, if you know or suspect that your beloved pet may benefit from chiropractic treatments, ask your vet for more information. It never hurts to learn more!
Do you want to learn more about chiropractic for pets? Call us anytime! As your local Valley Center, KS veterinary clinic, we are here to help!
