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Holistic Vet - Acupuncture Vet The Acupuncture Vet The work of an Acupuncture Vet explained
The acupuncture vet or veterinary acupuncturist is one who uses acupuncture for his or her patients. This may not always involve the use of needles but more often does so. The fully committed way of working also demands adherence to holistic principles, for correct application. This was a fundamental part of the approach that was built into the methodology, inherited from Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). TCM was an archetypal holistic methodology. The acupuncture vet may also use moxibustion techniques. The first consultation with an acupuncture vet differs from the conventional one, in some key areas and usually takes longer, if holistic principles are followed. It can involve a very different examination protocol, especially if TCM is used. In successful cases, acupuncture appears to be able to act as an alternative to NSAID or other pain killing drug therapy. In the traditional Ancient Chinese (TCM) way of thinking, internal medicine was an integral part of the treatment and supported the needling (or any other method of point stimulation), along with dietary advice for better health. Modern Western acupuncture is in danger of forgetting this important 'ingredient'. In Ancient China, this internal medical support was provided by Chinese Herbs (and some other less acceptable medicines). There is no reason why Western Herbs or even Homeopathy should not provide this essential internal medicine support, if properly integrated. In Ancient China, spinal manipulation was also used alongside acupuncture. This is also often neglected by modern Western veterinary acupuncturists (acupuncture vets), to the detriment of patients in the opinion of the AVMC. In the UK, many practices and individuals have started to use some acupuncture. Many, however, seem to use only needling (or other point stimulation), without holistic internal medicine, manipulation or diet work. Some even proudly proclaim that they do not follow holistic principles! UK vets may be members of the ABVA and/or of IVAS. Acupuncture vets may or may not use other forms of complementary and alternative medicine and may specialise in equine acupuncture, canine acupuncture etc.
The Alternative Veterinary Medicine Centre (AVMC) offers acupuncture for animals: At the AVMC, we use detailed and thorough holistic methodology, with integrated alternative and complementary medicine methods, including frequent recourse to veterinary acupuncture (acupuncture for animals, dog acupuncture, horse acupuncture, cat acupuncture etc.). We use chiropractic manipulation and natural feeding in support in each case. We also use cold LASER, a totally painless energy therapy, to support many cases. This is all delivered in a homely environment. Chris Day, acupuncture vet and holistic vet, has more than 25 years of experience in that subject and is willing to share experiences, understanding and ideas with veterinary colleagues, veterinary students and animal owners. Conditions in which the AVMC has found Veterinary Acupuncture (e.g. Equine Acupuncture, Canine Acupuncture or Feline Acupuncture) to be particularly helpful are: Headshaking, Periodic Ophthalmia (ERU - Equine Recurrent Uveitis - Moonblindness), Arthritis, Back Problems, Back Pain, Disc Prolapse, Hip Dysplasia, Paralysis, Kissing Spines, Lameness, Laminitis, Intervertebral Disc Disease, Sinus Problems.
We regularly visit an area stretching from Wales to London, from Devon to Kent, from South to North and from Bristol to the Wash and East Anglia. Much of this work is to treat horses' backs and to acupuncture horses. Holistic, Alternative, Natural or Complementary? see also: http://www.equineacupuncturevet.co.uk http://www.acupuncture-animals.co.uk http://www.veterinary-acupuncture.co.uk An information-only website drawn up to introduce readers to natural feeding for dogs, cats, horses & ponies
An overview of the work of a holistic vet & the therapies involved
The work of a chiropractic vet explained
Page describing the work of an acupuncture vet also known as: acupuncture veterinary surgeon - acupuncture veterinarian - veterinary acupuncturist - UK Copyright © AVMC - November 2007 Biographic detail: Christopher Day, vet acupuncturist for over 25 years, has been involved in the academic side of the training of acupuncture vets (veterinary acupuncturists - vet acupuncturists). He is one of a growing number of acupuncture vets, serving the animal community. In 1987, he established what was probably the first holistic veterinary practice in the UK and is part of a growing community of holistic vets.
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