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Acupuncture is one
of the safest therapies available because it balances the body's own system
of healing. Side effects are rare, but occasionally an animal's condition
may deteriorate briefly before improving. Insertion of the needles is
virtually painless, however a moment of sensitivity may be experienced in
tender areas. Once the needles are in place, most animals become relaxed and
may even fall asleep during the treatment.
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It depends upon the nature,
severity and duration of diseases. A single treatment may be enough
for an acute condition. A series of 3 to 10 treatments can resolve
many chronic problems. Some degenerative conditions may need monthly
treatment overtime.
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(above--photo)
Cosmo cat relaxes
during her treatment for arthritic pain. Acupuncture is
very helpful in reducing pain. |
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What is an acupuncture treatment like? |
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(above--photo)
Dr. Addleman places acupuncture
needles in Cosmo's pressure points. Most animals
find acupuncture relaxing and often fall asleep during treatments.
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Each treatment is created and individualized to the patient. Approximately
5-15 needles are used and treatment length may vary from 5 to 30 minutes. A
patient is typically treated 1 or 2 times a week for the first 2 weeks, then
tapered as needed for maintenance of chronic conditions. A positive response
may be observed after the first session, however it can take up to four
treatments to determine if a patient will be receptive. Each session
may take 20 to 60 minutes. |
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(above--Marli receiving an
acupuncture treatment)
Marli,
a young beagle, developed a slipped disk and could not walk. She
did have some muscle tone in her rear legs. The family
desperately sought a non-surgical procedure to help Marli because they
couldn't take her for back surgery. Faced with the prospect of
putting her down, the
family sought Dr. Addleman's help. By her second acupuncture
treatment, Marli is able to walk around with some help. This is terrific
news! At the present time, Marli is on herbal medication
and continues her acupuncture treatments for continued improvement. Thanks to her family, Marli can
once again enjoy visits to the lake. |
