Chiropractic

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Chiropractic Treatment

What is chiropractic treatment?

There are various manipulative therapies that can be used - Chiropractic being just one form. Chiropractic treatment addresses problems stemming from imbalances in the following three systems:

THE SKELETAL SYSTEM AND JOINTS OF THE BODY: Bones and joints form a flexible structure designed to provide pain-free movement when in normal health and alignment. THE MUSCULAR SYSTEM: Healthy muscles allow the joints to move freely. Healthy muscles are free of spasm, weakness, pain, knots, or degenerative changes. THE NERVOUS SYSTEM: Nerves are the electrical wires of the body. They "direct" the functions of the body controlling the flow of communication between the brain and all areas of the body. Reduced performance levels and pain may result from pinched nerves. This can quickly lead to a state of poor health.

Perhaps the most well known form of Chiropractic treatment is 'McTimoney Chiropractic', this was named after John McTimoney who developed his own form of treatment and began teaching it in 1972.

Chiropractic literally translated means 'done by hand'. The aims are to treat causes rather than symptoms, the principle is that many disturbances to the nervous system result from misalignment of bones of the spine and other parts of the body. These are believed to be at least a contributory factor in the pathological process of many common human and animal ailments. A McTimoney Chiropractor considers that periodic treatments are worthwhile on a preventative basis to avoid incipient problems.

Chiropractic treatment may not be appropriate in the following circumstances:

Immediately following surgery. It is important to let the animal heal for at least a week after a minor surgery and two weeks after a major surgery before performing an adjustment and then only in exceptional cases with your Vet's approval.

In cases where a fracture or major dislocation is suspected.

Where the stress of being adjusted outweigh the possible benefits, such as when animals that are extremely anxious or aggressive and may not reap the benefit of the treatment.

Animals who are under heavy sedation or anesthesia. Damage may occur to the animal's structures while sedated.

Remember, before contacting a Chiropractor - always contact your Veterinary Surgeon for permission and advice first.

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International Animal Chiropractic Practicioners

Canada (Listed in alphabetical by Province/Region order)

Adored Beast Holistic Veterinary Clinic (British Columbia, Canada)

Cheryl Levesque (British Columbia, Canada)

New Zealand

Cotswold Equine & Animal Therapies - NZ Member of Australian Veterinary Chiropractic Association. 'Maintenance, support and rehabilitation for the equine athlete and other animals' - Tel: +64 (0) 21 157 3723 / 0800 349 694

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