Acupuncturepaws

Acupuncture is a safe and natural therapy that can significantly enhance your dog's quality of life. From managing pain and inflammation to improving mobility and reducing anxiety, it offers a gentle yet powerful solution for various conditions. Learn how this ancient practice can benefit your dog.

Acupuncture is widely used in veterinary medicine and often used with dogs having integrative or complementary therapy. There are several versions of acupuncture...

Traditional Chinese veterinary acupuncture- is the most common practice used on dogs, based on traditional Chinese medicine principles.

Conditions treated – Arthritis, Hip dysplasia, disc disease, Gastro issues, kidney disease amongst others.

Dry needle Acupuncture – This classic form of acupuncture is the use of solid stainless-steel needles are inserted under the dogs skin

Conditions treated – Chronic pain, muscle tension, neurological conditions and stress

Electroacupuncture – This is a modern variation on acupuncture where mild electrical currents are passed through acupuncture needles. This technique is used for chronic pain, muscle spasms or nerve disorders.

Aquapuncture (Intradermal Acupuncture) – This method involves injecting a small sterile liquid of saline, B12 or herbal extract under the skin at certain points. This technique is believed to improve tissue healing.

Acupressure/ shiatsu) Is a needle free alternative that uses finger pressure on acupuncture points instead. Owners often used this method to treat dogs at home

Tui Na Massage – form of massage used alongside acupuncture. This technique involves rhythmic pressure and kneading techniques and focuses on the same meridian pathways

Moxibustion- This technique works alongside acupuncture and involves burning of moxa near the acupuncture points to provide warmth and increase circulation.