Chiropractic is a conservative, non-invasive health care system that restores proper
nerve supply to the body.
Chiropractic adjustments correct subtle spinal or joint dysfunctions, known
as subluxations. Ongoing research continues to prove the effectiveness of
chiropractic for both humans and animals.
The house pet, the geriatric animal, the canine athlete, and the service or
work animal have individual life styles which define their performance
levels and determine their health needs.
Chiropractic for animals is complementary to veterinary care. It does not
replace conventional veterinary medicine or surgery.
Benefits
∙ Pain relief
∙ Improved posture
∙ Greater flexibility
∙ Enhanced physical performance
∙ Return to activity after injury
Chiropractic can be employed no matter what the age, condition, or current
level of function.
* Young animals get a good start on an active life.
* Older animals stay mobile and comfortable
* Improved performance in any animal
What Are the Signs of a Subluxation?
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1.∙ Back or joint pain
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2.∙ Lack of coordination
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3.∙ Lameness
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4.∙ Stiffness
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5.∙ Overall diminished function
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6.∙ Joint conditions
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7.∙ Gait abnormalities
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8.∙ Performance problems
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9.∙ Neurological disturbances
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10.∙ May not be evident in early stage
Animals Should Have:
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1.∙ Balanced posture
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2.∙ Smooth gait
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3.∙ Body symmetry
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4.∙ Uniform muscle tone
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5.∙ Good range of motion
How About Very Large or Very Small Animals?
Appropriate techniques are used depending on the age, condition, and size of
each individual animal. The adjustment may be performed by hand only or in
combination with instrumentation.
Chiropractic has been successful in caring for all types of animals with all
types of needs.
Goals of Care:
Chiropractic care is an important complement to veterinary care for a
healthy animal, prevention of future health problems, and better quality of
life.
Some animal owners do not wait for problems to develop. They get their
animals checked and adjusted periodically to keep them healthy and avoid
performance problems.
How Do I Find a qualified animal chiropractor?
Check for AVCA certification. You can get information about certified animal chiropractors in your area by going to www.avcadoctors.com
About Dr. Brewer...
Having always loved animals, Dr. Grace Brewer was drawn to helping animals
through her chosen profession of chiropractic.
Grace Brewer DC is a 1990 honors graduate of Cleveland Chiropractic
College-Kansas City , with prior degrees in Microbiology and Clinical
Laboratory Science. She holds national certification as a Medical
Technologist, and has published two chiropractic research papers. After
attending the Options for Animals College in Hillsdale , Illinois , she earned
certification in animal chiropractic through the American Veterinary
Chiropractic Association (AVCA) in 1997. Dr. Brewer is a founding lifetime
member of the AVCA.
Dr. Brewer is a licensed doctor of chiropractic, and maintains a
chiropractic and nutrition practice in Overland Park , Kansas .
Dr. Brewer's chiropractic services for animals are available at the Mariposa
Veterinary Center in Lenexa , Kansas. For more information on Mariposa Veterinary Clinic go to www.mariposavet.com
To make an appointment for animal chiropractic call: (913) 648-5700
