HOW DOES CHIROPRACTIC HELP ANIMALS?

 

Chiropractic is helping creatures great and small function better and live happier, healthier lives by correcting a condition called vertebral subluxation. It is a condition characterized by lack of motion in a joint, and it interferes with the function of the nervous system. Because the nervous system controls all bodily functions, subluxation can lead to a multitude of issues including dysfunction and disease. 

 

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HOW DO I KNOW MY ANIMAL NEEDS CHIROPRACTIC?

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Animals can tell us a lot without using words. Signs of subluxation include muscular imbalances, gait irregularities, lameness, and resistance to certain movements. Loss of normal mobility causes stiffness and pain, which may lead to changes in behavior and progressive dysfunciton throughout the body. Many issues resolve with chiropractic care because the body is better able to heal and self-regulate when the nervous system is clear of interference. 

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HOW OFTEN DO ANIMALS NEED CHIROPRACTIC?

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Many people first find chiropractic for their animals after an injury or when traditional veterinary care doesn't solve the whole problem. Initial recommendations for corrective care depend on many factors including type and degree of injury, whether injury is acute or chronic, age of the animal, and goals for care. I expect to see change in an animal within 3 adjustments, and often we see changes sooner. 

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Humans ask animals to perform tasks and fill rolls that add to the typical stress of living in the world, so we believe it is essential for animals to receive well checks to identify and address issues before they become a bigger problem.