There are a variety of signs and symptoms that indicate your animal may need some chiropractic care.

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Below are just a few:

• General stiffness

• Slow to get up from lying or sitting

• Limping

• Difficulty jumping as high or onto things, such as into the car

• Struggling with stairs

• Licking granulomas on the paw or leg

• Back or neck pain

• Hernia issues

• Showing signs of pain when performing specific movements or when being lifted or held

• Tenderness when touched along the neck and spine

• Always lying on one side

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What does a treatment involve?

Chiropractic care for dogs involves many chiropractic methods. These will depend on the problem and the specific application technique. The animal chiropractor may use a mechanical adjustment device such as an activator in the procedure, or the specialist may use their hands to identify the issue further. Generally, the animal chiropractor will first identify the specific sign of a blockage. A physical examination may be the only diagnostic tool to locate the blockage.

A dysfunction that prevents other body parts from aligning correctly is a blockage.

The adjustment stimulates the nervous system in the specific direction needed to restore its normal functions. The chiropractor’s movements are controlled thrusts combined with high speed and a short lift.

After the treatment, the animal chiropractor will reassess the dog’s range of motion and ensure no associated pain.