Pet Acupuncture
REQUEST CONSULTAcupuncture involves placing tiny needles at specific points on the body known as acupuncture points. Needles are inserted only into the superficial tissues of the skin and connective tissues and are rarely felt by the patient during placement. Acupuncture points are found along meridians, or channels, that run throughout the body and work by stimulating the nervous system. In the theory of Traditional Chinese Medicine, acupuncture promotes health and healing by restoring balance and the free flow of energy, known as Qi, within the body. From a Western perspective, by stimulating the nervous system with this needle placement, blood flow is enhanced, inflammation is reduced, and pain-relieving and relaxing compounds are released throughout the body. These effects of acupuncture occur almost immediately with needle placement, and the duration of results is variable based on a patient’s condition. Most patients find it to be a very relaxing treatment, with many falling asleep.
What conditions does acupuncture treat?
Acupuncture may be used for a variety of conditions, both as a primary tool as well as another tool in the toolbox to support overall health and minimize disease. Some of the common conditions Dr. Pope has treated with acupuncture include;
- Arthritis or Degenerative Joint Disease
- Hip or elbow dysplasia
- Mobility issues or lameness
- Neurologic conditions or nerve disorders
- Intervertebral disc disease
- Wobbler’s disease or cervical issues
- Neck or back pain
- Degenerative Myelopathy
- Chronic pain
- Wound healing or speeding post surgical healing
- Kidney disease
- Urinary or fecal incontinence
- Inflammatory bowel disease
- Gastric reflux, vomiting or diarrhea
- Megaesophagus
- Hepatopathy/Hepatitis
- Endocrine disorders such as dysfunctional thyroid or adrenal gland
- Breeding/Fertility issues
- Allergies
- Anxiety
- Immune system support
- Conventional cancer treatment (chemotherapy or radiation) support
- Overall health, well-being and balance