FALLS ROAD VETERINARY CLINIC
Acupuncture Treatment
Acupuncture has been practiced in both animals and humans for thousands
of years in China. This is a painless complimentary medicine for your pet.
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Acupuncture stimulation induces the following physiological effect:
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Pain relief
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Promotion of tissue healing processes
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Regulation of gastrointestinal motility
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Anti-inflammatory effects
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Immunoregulation
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Hormone and reproductive regulation
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Anti febrile effects
Acupuncture is recommended in the following conditions:
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Musculoskeletal problems: muscle soreness, back pain, osteoarthritis, and degenerative joint disease
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Neurological disorders: seizures, intervertebral disc disease (IVDD), laryngeal hemiplegia, and facial and radial nerve paralysis
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Gastrointestinal disorders: diarrhea, gastric ulcers, colic, vomiting, constipation, and impactions
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Other chronic conditions: anhidrosis, heaves, asthma, cough, uveitis, renal failure, chronic liver diseases, behavioral problems, infertility, Cushing’s disease, hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, geriatric weakness, and skin problems.
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Quality of life, maintenance and enhancement, and hospice care
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Performance enhancement and the prevention of disease
For more information contact us to set up your acupuncture consultation.