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Homeopathy
Homeopathy is at the center of our treatment focus at Holistic Care for Animals. A system of medicine
over 200 years old, homeopathy stimulates the body to heal itself. Homeopathic medicines, called remedies,
are derived from natural sources. If a large dose of the raw material were given to a healthy individual, their effect would
create an illness similar to that which the corresponding homeopathic remedy would help to correct or heal. There are over
3000 homeopathic remedies. To arrive at the remedy that is the most appropriate (similar) to the case, requires careful
evaluation of all symptoms exhibited by the animal.
For a more comprehensive explanation and history of homeopathy
please see Homeopathic Overview. Acupuncture Most simply stated, acupuncture
(Latin:acus-needle, punctura-puncture) is the stimulation of specific points on the body which have the ability to alter various
biochemical and physiological conditions as a means of helping the body heal itself. Acupuncture has been used successfully
for nearly 4,000 years on animals as well as humans. As a matter of fact, it is still the treatment of choice for one quarter
of the world's population. Acupuncture works primarily through the central nervous system affecting the musculoskeletal,
hormonal, and cardiovascular systems. Acupuncture increases circulation, causes release of many of the body's natural
pain killers, called endorphins, and other neurohormones and neurotransmitters. In addition to relieving pain, acupuncture
relieves muscle spasms, stimulates nerves and the body's immune system, and treats individual organ system disorders.
Veterinary Orthopedic Manipulation (VOM) Spinal disorders are fairly common sources of pain and resulting
physical limitations for animals. Vertebral subluxations that contribute to these problems can be addressed and
corrected in different ways. We prefer the “low force” technique, using the Activator Method.
This is a highly effective, gentle and safe method of spinal adjusting. A hand-held adjusting instrument,
called the Activator, is used to deliver a precisely controlled, light thrust to the subluxated vertebra. The action
is quick and the adjustment is completed before the animal's natural tendency to tighten up is initiated.
Immediate results, such as relief from pain can sometimes be seen with VOM treatments. Nutrition Good nutrition is a prerequisite for good health
for humans and animals alike. Many diseases and illnesses can be linked to inadequate diets. And the healing process
can be compromised if the nutritional state of the animal is not addressed. We promote the use of natural diets, preferably
home made raw food diets, combined with whole food supplements. These methods of treatment require a good understanding of what happens during
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