Osteopathy for Animals
Animals respond very well to Osteopathic treatment. The gentler techniques are used including Cranial Osteopathy. Many animals become very relaxed during treatment.
A full case history is taken from the owner, then an examination is carried out watching for feedback from the animal.
All conditions that humans can be treated for, can also be treated in animals. The skeletal systems are based along similar lines but with modifications such as more vertebrae and changes in the hand/foot structure.
Like you, an animal can trip, fall, and sleep in strange positions, all of which may cause problems. Also an animal may require post operative treatment to help him or her recover from surgery.
Working and agility dogs are particularly susceptible to work related injuries or muscular imbalances due to training, e.g. we all understand how repetitive strain from activities such as typing can cause problems in humans – training often imposes similar repetitive patterns in a dog. Also, remember that an increase in work or change in routine can provoke injury.
Dogs are not the only animals we treat - most animals can benefit from osteopathic treatment.
Vets permission
Osteopaths need to obtain permission from a vet to treat your dog. This is a legal requirement and this also provides the opportunity to ensure the osteopath knows the animal’s complete medical history. Most vets are well aware of the benefits of osteopathy, and will ask the osteopath to let them know what they find during treatment.
Skillful, comfortable treatment for:
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