Dr. Babette incorporates physical therapy and massage techniques to treat a number of conditions and to help maintain optimal health. The methods are complementary and can work in tandem both to correct existing health problems, and prevent future problems from developing.
Manipulative and stretching technique make small physical adjustments to the spinal column and other joints to achieve optimal joint alignment. This reduces pain and increases range of motion and often helps to improve several other health conditions. Adjustments can improve general organ health, leading to healthier cardiovascular, respiratory and gastrointestinal systems. But why is this the case?
Your pet’s nervous system directly affects health. And the spinal column is the gatekeeper of the nervous system. The nerves emerging from the vertebrae either influence or directly regulate organs throughout the body. Even small misalignments of the spine’s vertebrae, called subluxations, can increase pressure on these nerves and affect them, with negative consequences for your pet’s health.
Those small manual adjustments to the spine that veterinarians make can correct subluxations, restoring proper function to the nervous system, and improving your pet’s health. Manipulation therapy is an excellent treatment option for many health issues found in dogs. Here are just a few: