Small Animal Integrative Wellness Services
Whether you have a dog, cat, rabbit or pocket pet Dr. Sarah is committed to working with you and your pet’s care team to ensure your family member is healthy and happy. Dr. Sarah see’s her small animal clients for integrative wellness services at Fen Vet in Airdrie, AB.
Acupuncture
Acupuncture uses small needles to relax muscles and stimulate nerves which modifies and regulates pathways within the body. In this way it is able to help the body heal itself.
Acupuncture can be added onto your pet’s current medical treatments. When added on to medical treatments, it can help lower the doses and frequency of certain medications as well as manage side effects.
A variety of conditions can be treated with acupuncture, such as: pain, nerve disorders, osteoarthritis, digestive disorders and many more.
Therapeutic Laser
Therapeutic lasers use light laser to stimulate cells in the body to increase metabolism and energy output. This causes a decrease in pain, inflammation and swelling while promoting wound healing and tissue regeneration. It is commonly used during acupuncture visits and can also be used as a stand alone treatment.
Conditions that benefit from laser therapy include post-surgical incisions, degenerative joint disease (arthritis), wounds and muscle pain.
Chiropractic
Chiropractic manipulation is directed at the spine and extremities to modify disease progression, decrease discomfort and improve physical and mental function.
Chiropractic care is safe for animals of all ages, can be utilized in conjunction with more conventional medical treatment and is used mainly for pain relief, developing over all spinal health and disease prevention.
Some conditions that benefit from chiropractic care are physical discomfort, gate imbalances, allergies, bowel irritations, neurological issues, chronic pain and decreased mood.
