Subluxation and Animal Chiropractic Billings Montana

A ‘vertebral subluxation’ refers to a loss of normal positioning of the bones of the spine. When this happens, simultaneous neurologic, mechanical, biochemical and physiologic changes occur throughout the spine and body, and combine to contribute to what chiropractors refer to as the ‘Vertebral Subluxation Complex’. A ‘VSC’ in the spine can result in muscle spasms, nerve irritation, inflammation, adhesions, and of course, pain. This can cause your animal to compensate. Pain behaviors in your animal will depend on the severity and duration of compromise, however common observable changes in the dog may include stiff motion, non-weight-bearing, reluctance to rise, agitation, ‘puppy-sitting’, whimpering and changes in appetite. Equine pain behaviors may include changes in gait, reluctance to move or be handled, flared nostrils, muscle tremors and ear-pinning, among others. Chiropractic care can help restore function and mobility and improve muscle tone. Additionally, chiropractic treatment helps to break down adhesive tissue and assists the nervous system in coordinating the body’s ability to heal and regulate itself, thus helping the body perform at its highest potential.

Chiropractic Maintenance and Preventative Care - Billings, Montana

As chiropractors, we understand the benefits and efficacy of consistent chiropractic care. But how do we convey this assurance to our patients? How do we convince them of the benefits of preventive care and routine maintenance? Chiropractors know that regular chiropractic care can not only help the body heal, but also facilitate a healthier, stronger and more resilient patient. But here are some other benefits to think about: Chiropractic care can increase circulation and helps eliminate lactic acid. It increases delivery of oxygen and nutrient supply, helps reduce muscle spasms and adhesions, increases flexibility and can improve overall health. Additionally, chiropractic care can address the micro injuries resulting from everyday stress, thus enhancing overall quality of life. So, a little maintenance and prevention can make a big difference, and regular chiropractic care can markedly improve your life!

What is Animal Chiropractic? Dog and Horse Chiropractor Billings Montana

What is Animal Chiropractic?

Animal Chiropractic is a field of animal health care that focuses on the health of the neuro-musculo-skeletal system. Nerves control everything that happens in your animals, and anything affecting the nervous system will resonate throughout the entire body. This can interfere with the performance of the nerves branching off of the spinal cord which transit to the all of the muscles and organs. As this occurs, your animal can lose mobility; resulting in stiffness, tension, pain and even organ dysfunction. Additionally, when normal movement is affected it can impact your animal’s wellbeing and quality of life.

The goal of an animal chiropractor is to restore function and mobility to compromised spinal vertebra in an effort to re-establish neurologic communication. This allows the body to perform at its optimum potential. Animal chiropractors use their hands to identify areas of restriction and apply a precise thrust on the immobile vertebrae in an effort to restore motion and remove nerve interference. When nerves efficiently communicate with all the structures in your animals’ bodies, healing and recovery results.

Animal Chiropractic is not meant to replace traditional veterinary care. It is not an alternative treatment, but rather an integrative method that, when used in conjunction with good traditional veterinary care, will provide years of healthy living. This is the beginning of a contemporary, comprehensive approach to your animal’s healthcare. It is an effective and valuable means of restoring and maintaining strength, vigor and well-being. By exploring and treating the root causes of your animal’s aches, pains and illnesses, you will ensure maximum improvement, top performance and an exceptional quality of life for the animal companions we love. If you have any questions or would like further information on animal chiropractic, contact me anytime!

Platelet Rich Plasma Therapy (PRP)

Well hi everyone, did you miss me? Thought I'd start off the New Year with some information on a revolutionary new treatment that relieves pain by kick-starting tissue repair. It's called Platelet Rich Plasma Therapy, or PRP. This injection procedure employs the body's own blood platelets. The body's first response to soft tissue injury is to deliver platelet cells. Platelets are rich in growth and healing factors, and initiate repair while attracting critical assistance of stem cells. HOW IT WORKS...A small sample of your blood is drawn and run through a centrifuge. The platelets are harvested at a much higher concentration than found in regular blood. This concentrated 'platelet-rich' plasma is then injected into and around the point of injury, flooding the area with 'healing cells' and strengthening the body's natural healing signal. Because it's your own blood, there is no risk of transmissible infection.

Listen...PRP works. I have a rotator cuff tear in my shoulder that was only getting worse. I've had other injection therapies, including steroid injections, but the moment I had PRP, I knew it was working. I could actually feel my body beginning to repair. So if you have any soft tissue injury and feel you've exhausted all other resources, check out PRP. If you don't know where to start, give me a call anytime. Stay tuned, there's a world of information out there, and I'm just getting started. Happy New Year!