Friday, October 30, 2009

Chiropractic Care For Dogs


Chiropractic care for dogs has been very successful for treating acute pain, such as sore joints, by helping the joint tissue heal properly.

The theory behind chiropractic care of dogs is the belief that the spine must be in proper alignment for the body to function properly. Improper spine alignment, called subluxation can be a result of genetics, posture, stress, injury and other factors. When subluxation is present, the energy from the nerves is blocked from passing through the spinal column. As a result of this energy blockage, disease, pain and other ailments and conditions occur.

The good news is that subluxation can be corrected by manipulating certain parts of the body with the hands.

Subluxation can be corrected by your pet having an adjustment. In a lot of cases an adjustment can result in total relief of symptoms or partial relief of symptoms. When the pain relief is temporary; the animal may feel much better and not experiencing pain, however, moving a certain way could cause a maladjustment, then be in pain again. This is why in a lot of cases multiple trips to the chiropractor are necessary.

For years, chiropractic care for humans, much less dogs, was considered bogus. However, in our modern day and age, studies have proved repeatedly that not only is is safe, but very effective and beneficial. Not to mention that it is relatively painless, and is inexpensive compared to surgery.

Chiropractic care for dogs should not only be considered a method of pain relief. We should keep in mind that all of our organ systems are controlled by nerves, and that interruption of correct nerve flow will also affect it functioning properly. Correcting subluxation can also improve the health of other internal organs.

Pet owner should not try this at home on your pet, as it involves an understanding of your dogs anatomy. You may have had chiropractic care yourself, however, your dog's anatomy is far different from yours. Ask your veterinarian for a name of a reputable one in your area.