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Before
any treatment is undertaken on a dog, it is a prerequisite, as an IVCA
certified Veterinary Chiropractor, that there is Veterinary approval and
that the attending Veterinarian has first seen the dog for the current
complaint. Unfortunately, if these facts are not the case, no treatment can
be provided.
The initial examination will begin as a history taking when the location,
duration and nature of the complaint will noted. Past medical history and
Veterinary care will also be documented. The dog will then be observed,
paying particular attention to posture, general balance, behaviour and
manner of movement.
The physical exam will begin as static palpation of the spine and pelvis,
examining for pain, alignment, skin temperature and muscle tone. Following
this, motion palpation of the vertebral and pelvic joints will be performed
to check for vertebral subluxation complexes by using a gentle springing
action along the line of the joint to ascertain if normal movement is
present in each and every vertebral and pelvic articulation. During the
initial consultation all the extremities including the temporomandibular
(jaw joint) will also be examined using the same system.
Once the subluxation pattern has been established and the practitioner is
content that Chiropractic care is appropriate then the dog will be treated
using a series of
spinal adjustments.
After treatment and depending on the condition, it is normally advised that
the dog is rested with only light exercise for a day or two. Advice will
then be given on a suitable exercise regime to help compliment the treatment
and maintain improvement.