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Veterinary Chiropractic FAQ
Are chiropractic treatments safe?
Yes, when performed by a trained veterinary chiropractor. Most animals seem to enjoy chiropractic treatments.
Who may perform veterinary chiropractic treatment?
Chiropractors for animals may be license veterinarians or human chiropractors that have taken specific training and certification in veterinary chiropractic in order to practice chiropractic medicine on animals.
How does a chiropractic treatment do?
A chiropractic adjustment is a very specific treatment that corrects subluxations. Su bluxations are defined as misaligned vertebrae that are stuck or unable to move correctlycausing pain, stiffness and or neurological deficits. When the movement of the vertebrae or bones of the spine are restricted, the animal will not have normal function or flexibility of the spine and or limbs.
What causes subluxations?
Acute trauma or injury, vigorous sustained or repetitive exercise/ performance and chronic orthopedic disease are some of the most common causes of subluxations.
How many treatments will my animal need?
This depends on the disease or condition being treated, the age of the animal and the species of animal. Many acute cases may require only one or two treatments, whereas chronic conditions may require three to five treatments. Some chronic conditions may need monthly adjustments. Horses typically respond faster to chiropractic treatment than do dogs. In general animals "hold" their chiropractic adjustments longer than humans.
How long does a chiropractic treatment take?
A typical chiropractic adjustment can take between 10-30 minutes depending on the case.
The initial visit can take between 30-60 minutes.
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