Equine Integrative Medicine
ChiropracticHorses can greatly benefit from chiropractic care. Horses with back pain often express this in their posture or in their refusal to work. Everyday situations can expose a horse to spinal damage including: falls and slips, trailering, poor saddle fit and age. Chiropractic treatment can be used for acute and chronic problems, for maintenance of health and as a preventative measure. The following are only some of the examples of reasons to seek chiropractic for your horse:
Reduced performance Abnormal posture Snapping and pinning back of ear when being saddled Disobedience when ridden or jumping Difficulties with collected or lateral gaits Changes in behavior Sensitivity to touch Stiffness when bending Muscular atrophy Lameness Difficulty engaging the hindquarters Unusual itching Asymmetrical or reduced perspiration |
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AcupunctureHorses can also greatly benefit from acupuncture. Chiropractic and acupuncture are very complimentary and their use together is ideal. Acupuncture is indicated for functional problems that involve paralysis, inflammation and pain. The following are only some of the reasons to seek acupuncture for your horse:
Pain due to musculosketetal problems Neurological problems such as facial paralysis Anxiety Cushings Skin problems Allergies Anhidrosis Heaves and other respiratory problems GI ulcers Non-surgical colic Selected reproductive problems Minor sports injuries Maintenance of health Preventative care Lameness Abnormal posture Refusal to work Sensitivity to touch |
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