How acupuncture works-
- Blood vessel dilation and increased blood flow
- Fascial release/ muscle relaxation
- Increase inflammatory cells to the sites; increase tissue healing
- Pain relief; nerve communication improves
- Healing faster
- Lower cortisol
During the acupuncture exam Traditional Chinese medicine (TCVM) questions are asked to better understand the patient’s medical situation-
- Routine, tendencies
- Flow chart
- OPPOSITES
- Yin/Yang
- Diet
- Temperature preferences
- Example
- Age
- Personality Quiz
- Wood
- Fire
- Earth
- Metal
- Water
*correlates with seasons and internal organs
What personality are you?
- Is your horse/dog the same or different then you?
Acupuncture Exam
- Physical Evaluation
- Sensitivities
- History
- Conformation
- ‘Job’
Indications for Acupuncture-
- *Ophthalmic disorders- corneal ulcers, uveitis, glaucoma
- Behavioral issues
- Small Animal Focus
– nervous behavior, anxiety
-calming effect for nail trims
-sterile cystitis
-hypersensitivity while grooming
- Equine Focus
-cribbing
-aggression
-head shaking
- Neurologic
-Small animal- Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD)
-facial paralysis
-hind-end paralysis
-West Nile Virus (Equine)
- Reproductive issues
- Equine Focus
-failure to cycle
-poor milk production
-endometritis
-parturition
-retained placenta
- Musculoskeletal Disease
- Small animal Focus
-lameness
-muscle atrophy
-chronic pain- can also inject cartrophen at acupuncture points
-cruciate Disease
-IVDD
-hip dysplasia
- Equine Focus
-lameness
-laminitis
-back issues
-performance issues
-bone healing- fracture
-cellulitis
-sinusitis
-resuscitation
-Geriatric/Quality of life issues
- Gastrointestinal issues
-Equine Focus
– gastric ulcer work-up
– colic- pain mgt
Treatment options
-Aquapuncture
- Vitamin B- Aquapuncture
-Electroacupuncture
-Moxa- Mugwort
Vitamin B12 Can Be Beneficial for Your Pets…
Vitamin B12, also known as cobalamin, is a water soluble vitamin that has a key role in normal function of the brain and immune system, via the synthesis of myelin (myelinogenesis) and the formation of red blood cells. Vitamin B12 decreases inflammation in the GI tract. However, it is not absorbed well in the GI tract and often not found in high enough amounts in food. However, it is highly effective when given by injection.
Vitamin B12…
- Essential for the brain and nerves.
- Helps prevent anemia and build red blood cells.
- Helps with gastrointestinal problems.
- Has anti-inflammatory effects.
- Helps regulate immunity.
- Provides cardiovascular support.
- Benefits the kidneys.
- Improves sleep and mood.
- Important for healthy skin, hair and nails.
Ask About Vitamin B12 for Your Pets !