Pet Alternative Therapy in McLean
As part of our commitment to delivering total health and wellness care, we offer valued acupuncture therapy for pets with chronic and acute conditions.
Pet Alternative Therapy at Old Dominion Animal Health Center in McLean, VA
Old Dominion Animal Health Center is proud to offer alternative therapies and treatment options such as laser therapy, aquapuncture, electropuncture, and acupuncture for pets suffering from chronic and acute conditions. Acupuncture is a holistic treatment that has been embraced for centuries to relieve pain and treat various ailments and conditions. Our animal companions can reap the same benefits of this age-old technique.
Old Dominion Animal Health Center offers acupuncture as a separate treatment option or in conjunction with traditional Western medical care. The process involves using needles to stimulate specific points within the body to treat various conditions. Dr. Felton is accredited and certified through the Chi Institute for Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine, the gold standard in Eastern veterinary therapy.
- Non-infectious inflammation and pain (such as allergies)
- Musculoskeletal problems
- Muscle soreness
- Back pain
- Disk problems
- Osteoarthritis
- Joint problems
- Lameness or paralysis
- Neurological disorders (such as seizures, laryngeal, facial and radial nerve paralysis)
Acupuncture can also be used as a treatment for a variety of gastrointestinal upsets, such as ulcers, vomiting, diarrhea, and constipation, as well as other chronic conditions, such as asthma, cough, uveitis, renal failure, and skin conditions.
Offering this innovative service is a way to provide our clients with more options for the care and treatment of their pets. Acupuncture is a highly safe and virtually painless process. Many patients we treat are noticeably more relaxed following an acupuncture session. Sessions are reasonably short, lasting approximately 30-45 minutes or less. Many pets can be helped with just one treatment, while others may require multiple treatments for chronic problems.
Old Dominion Animal Health Center is proud to offer multiple alternative therapy options to improve and enhance the lives of our patients. Suppose your pet suffers from any of the symptoms or conditions mentioned above. In that case, we encourage you to inquire whether laser therapy, aquapuncture, electropuncture, and/or acupuncture might help your animal companion live a happier, more comfortable life.