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ANIMAL CHIROPRACTIC
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Form of Pain-Management for Your Pet is Availablecontact us at 201-447-6000
"Chiropractic care is an alternative
that can often help People and
Animals experience life to
the fullest, without pain."
FAQs
What is Chiropractic?
Chiropractic is a therapy that treats joint and nerve dysfunction without the use of medication or surgery. Simply put, it is a mechanical solution to the mechanical problem of subluxation - a common joint disorder that often leads to inflammation and irritation of surrounding tissues and nerves. Pain, altered nerve function, loss of ligamentous strength, degenerative arthritis, and progressive joint immobilization (fusion) are all common ailments associated with this condition. In conjunction with proper veterinary care, chiropractic can decrease pain, increase range of motion, lessen the effects of degenerative arthritis, and offer our furry friends relief and the promise of a more comfortable and active lifestyle.
What are the indications for care?
- Lameness - Neck, back, leg, or tail pain - Trouble getting up or down, or difficulty with stairs - History of trauma - Geriatric pets (over 7 years of age) - Athletic competitors - Change in appetite - Lethargy- Prevention of problems in healthy young animals
What does a Chiropractic examination consist of?
Every animal must first be examined by a veterinarian who will make a referral to a chiropractor who specializes in animal chiropractic. At this point, an extensive examination including, but not limited to, viewing the gait and stance; checking range of motion; and palpating the spine, muscles, and legs for subluxations, muscle spasm, and tenderness is performed. This will lay the groundwork for an individualized treatment plan. X-rays are sometimes necessary to rule out arthritis, fractures, and disc herniations.
What does a Chiropractic treatment consist of?
The purpose of the adjustment is to put movement into spinal or extremity joints that do not move properly. This is done with a low force thrust in a specific direction applied to a specific joint. The adjustment is not painful; however your pet may be slightly sore immediately following an adjustment, similar to how you feel after working out. A soft tissue massage will relieve muscle spasm and tightness. In cases of severe spasm or muscle atrophy, electric muscle stimulation has proven helpful. Therapeutic ultrasound is often used to accelerate healing and reduce inflammation.
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