Animal Chiropractic

Animal Chiropractic involves gentle mobilization of the spinal joints and extremities to restore proper biomechanics and nervous system function in your pet. Whether your pet is athletic or geriatric, chiropractic care may help to reduce pain and promote optimal function of the musculoskeletal system. Much like Chiropractic care for humans, your pets can benefit from Chiropractic adjustments to keep them healthy and well throughout their life.

What is animal chiropractic?

• A chiropractic adjustment is defined as a short lever, high velocity contolled thrust by hand or instrument that is directe at specific articulations to correct vertebral subluxations.
• It comprises the adjustment of vertebral joints, extremity joints, and cranial sutures.
• It includes evaluating the patient's history, intended use/athleticism, health state and prior x-rays and tests.
• A chiropractic exam includes a neurological exam, stance and gait analysis and motion and static palpation.

Why Animal Chiropractic?

• Neck, back, leg, and tail pain
• Muscle spasms and nerve problems
• Injuries from slips, falls, and accidents
• Jaw or TMJ problems, difficulty chewing
• Event or sports injuries
• Post-surgical care
• Bowel, bladder, and internal medicine disorders
• Maintenance of joint and spinal health
• Healing/helping with chronic internal medicine disorders

Indications for Care

• Lameness, trouble getting up and down, athletic competitions
• Surgery involving anesthesia, seizures or neurological problems, recovery from illness or injury
• Geriatric household pet, behavior or mood change
• In horses, signs of navicular disease or laminitis
• Chronic health problems that do not resolve as expected.