Chiropractic
A safe and pain-free treatment.
Animal chiropractic care involves adjusting the vertebrae to relieve pain and discomfort and improve the range of motion of a pet’s joints. It’s typically reserved for cats, dogs, and horses and is often used in conjunction with both traditional and holistic treatments.
When performed properly, chiropractic care is safe and pain-free. Adjustments improve blood flow, optimize the nervous system, and, sometimes, even eliminate a pet’s reliance on medication entirely. Though the need for surgery cannot always be prevented, chiropractic treatment can reduce the severity of secondary conditions caused by the primary injury.
Chiropractic care is NOT about cracking bones. It has its basis in maintaining and restoring normal nervous system functions, thereby facilitating normal joint and musculoskeletal functions. All pets, young and old, can benefit from a chiropractic evaluation, and most, even those not exhibiting pain, lameness, and discomfort, benefit from adjustments.
In one study performed on 500 patients visiting a veterinary office, during a 2-month period, for routine vaccines and healthcare, 498 pets had chiropractic subluxations. Subluxations can lead to dysfunction and arthritis. Adjustments restore normal joint use and help prevent arthritis.
Chiropractic care can be used to treat various health problems, including:
- Neck, back, leg, or tail pain
- Injuries from slips and falls
- Muscle spasms
- Nerve problems
- Difficulty chewing
- Musculoskeletal weakness
While chiropractic treatment is commonly used to treat injuries, it can also be utilized for regular maintenance of the spine and joints.
Call us at (724) 742-3200 if you think your pet could benefit from chiropractic care and you’d like to schedule a consultation.
