What is Animal Chiropractic?

Animal Chiropractic is the treatment of animals with chiropractic techniques. The word chiropractic means ‘done by hand’ and is a drug free non invasive treatment method.

What will your Animal Chiropractor do?

For an animal chiropractor to treat an animal they must be referred by their primary care treating veterinarian. Once this has been achieved your animal chiropractor will arrange a mutually convenient time to come and visit your animal. On arrival a detailed case history of your animal’s complaint will be taken. This will help to highlight the problem area(s) and enable a thorough examination to ensue. The examination will involve postural and gait analysis, palpation and finally, if indicated treatment.

Treatment involves chiropractic adjustments to the spine, pelvis and extremities to restore their natural movement and function therefore helping to reduce pain, muscle spasm and enable the animal to perform to their optimum potential. The owners consent will be required prior to any treatment and should your animal chiropractor feel that your animal would be better suited to veterinary care this will be advised.

Is Animal Chiropractic treatment safe?

Animal Chiropractic has an excellent safety record and is one of the safest forms of treatment. Animal Chiropractic is a non invasive and drug free approach to health care. Every case is unique and your animal’s treatment will be planned according to his or her individual needs and medical history and your animal will have been referred by your primary care veterinarian. Should you wish to discuss this topic further please contact us.