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Possible Effects of Vertebral Subluxations
1. Cervical,
thoracic, lumbar intervertebral disc disease...
2. Arthritic and degenerative conditions...
3. Urinary
and digestive disorders...
4. Recurrent ear and eye infections...
5. Lameness of fore and hind legs...
6. Performance
and behavior problems...
7. As an adjunct in post-operative care...
In addition to the chiropractic adjustment, adjunctive
therapies may be utilized by the veterinarian to help reduce pain, muscle spasms, and inflammation.
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Some Signs and Symptoms of a Pinched Nerve in Your Pet
Remember, the definition of a
subluxation, when a spinal vertebra loses their normal position or motion, causing pinching of a spinal nerve resulting in
pain and/or altered health.
*Please note that there are many other disease processes that can exhibit these same symptoms as a spinal subluxation
and should be thoroughly evaluated by your veterinarian if any of these symptoms present themselves.
The following symptoms can be caused by spinal subluxation (pinched nerve) of the cervical, thoracic, or lumbar
spine:
1. head is held lower than normal
2. tail off center
3. tail now wagging off center
4. yelps with
pain upon certain movements
5. difficulty going up or down steps
6. resists or refuses to jump
7. short stepping
with one or both rear legs
8. uneven weight bearing (favoring one side)
9. partial paralysis of front or back legs
10. knuckles paw when stepping (walks on back of hand and not the paw)
11. drags toes
12. prefers to sit on only
one side of the rear end
13. difficulty squatting or lifting leg to urinate
14. difficulty squatting to defecate
15.
incontinence of bowel or bladder
16. hot spots (due to nerve pressure causing a continual pain or itch in that area)
17.
muscle atrophy (muscle looses its mass due to lack of nerve impulses)
18. uneven gait
19. any negative changes in behavior
20. aversion to the leash
21. decrease in appetite and play activity
22. tail held between legs and ears down
If your see any of these signs in your pet, please do not hesitate to see your
qualified veterinary practionier as soon as possible.
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The Local Physiological and Biomechanical Effects of a Chiropractic Adjustment on a Spinal
Subluxation
a. normal mobility is established
b. increased joint fluid flow
c. pumps out edema fluid
d. helps remove inflammatory products
e. breaks the abnormal sensory input cycle
f. sympathetic tone is restored
g. decreases muscle tone
h. stretches and/or breaks up joint adhesions
i. increases nutrients to surrrounding soft tissues and bone
k. movement in joints is restored
l. alingment is returned thereby decreasing the biomechanical stresses on the adjacent
spinal segments
Research has shown that when
a soft tissue injury results from a subluxation, a cascade of events result in joint immobilization followed by joint
pathology. Mobilizing the joint before major pathology occurs, can reverse this cascade, restore function,
and direct healing. A chiropractic adjustment/V.O.M. facilitates this process.
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*Disclaimer
Dr.
Wasserman, Chiropractor, is not a veterinarian, nor does he practice veterinary medicine.
The
Certified Veterinary Chiropractitioner title and CVCP lettering indicate that he has completed the coursework and requirements
for accreditation as a Certified Veterinary Chiropractitioner. Dr. Wasserman holds an international certification since Sepetember
26, 2001, certificate # 10101, directly from the International Association of Veterinary Chiropractitioners/W. Inman,
D.V.M..
Dr.
Wasserman, is a chiropractor that consults with veterinarians under veterinary written referral ONLY and ONLY at a veterinary
facility.
To
enhance the quality of veterinary care, Dr. Wasserman, Chiropractor, utilizes a non invasive technology called Veterinary
Orthopedic Manipulation or VOM. It is a technology that was developed in 1983 by W. Inman, D.V.M. that provides an alternative,
non-surgical approach to spinal disorders and lameness. Many neuromuscular disorders can be treated by VOM, a non-invasive,
non-painful, and inexpensive healing alternative. The services rendered by Dr. Wasserman, Chiropractor, are restricted to
the VOM technologies. As with all clinical procedures, this technique is being
applied without guarantee of cure or promise of relief.
Dr.
Wasserman, Chiropractor, will work directly in close cooperation with your veterinarian or the VCA facilities veterinarian.
Dr. Wasserman always recommends to follow your veterinarian advice and prescribed medications and to seek specialty veterinary
professional opinions if needed regarding the condition or treatment of your companion animal(s).
Steven B. Wasserman, RN, DC, CVCP
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