Manual Therapy
  Spinal Manipulation 〉
Laser Therapy 〉
Rehabilitation 〉
Tui-Na Massage 〉
Assisi Loop® 〉
· spinal manipulation ·
Spinal manipulation is a gentle technique used to release joint surfaces that are not moving freely. Adjustments are done with a high velocity, low amplitude controlled thrust that promotes movement in the normal direction of the joint plane and stimulates the nervous system to release chemicals to relieve pain and relax local tissue. The goal of this therapy is to promote optimal and pain-free motion in the joints of the spine and limbs, balance the biomechanics of the body, and support the nervous and musculoskeletal systems.
Altered mobility of the spine may affect range of motion in the extremities resulting in changes in stride length, posture and weight bearing. Chronic alterations in the biomechanics of the spine may contribute to degenerative joint disease when extremities chronically bear weight in abnormal patterns. Restricted motion in any part of the body forces other joints to compensate. The strain on those areas can lead to problems in the joints, nerves, muscles, tendons and ligaments causing reduced joint motion and joint stiffness, muscle tension, muscle atrophy, reduced circulation, reduced nourishment of joint cartilage, and development of chronic pain pathways. Â
In order to provide the correct treatment, evaluation is done by gently palpating the contours of the muscles to feel for tension, tone, heat and symmetry. The contours of the joints are palpated and range of motion is evaluated in the limbs and spine. Specific areas that have restricted motion are adjusted.
Patients who may benefit from Spinal Manipulation
Cats
Active Dogs
Performance Dogs
Dogs in agility, fly ball, conformation; herding and hunting dogs
Geriatric Pets
PATIENTS WHO UNDERGO ANESTHESIA
When under anesthesia animals have decreased muscle tone and cannot protect their joints. They may also be placed in positions that are not natural for extended periods of time. Dental cleaning can be especially stressful to the neck and jaw as well.
Patients with musculoskeletal or neurologic disorders
Any condition or surgery that causes pain and/or lameness results in posture and gait changes that may lead to restricted joint movement and further compensatory problems.
Patients who visit a groomer
all patients!
Maintaining a properly balanced body throughout life will aid in preventing muscle and joint problems.
· Laser Therapy ·



commonly treated conditions
Arthritis
Tendon and Ligament Injury
Muscle soreness and injury
Nerve injury and pain
Wounds
· Rehabilitation ·
- Massage therapy
- Therapeutic laser (photobiomodulation)
- Passive range of motion
- Stretching
- Pulsed electromagnetic field therapy (PEMF)
- Cryotherapy
- Thermotherapy
- Mobility aids
- Spinal manipulative therapy
- Acupuncture
- Chinese herbal therapy
- Supplements and nutrition

· TUI-NA MASSAGE ·

· Assisi Loop®·
