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What is a complementary therapy?
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A treatment approach designed to facilitate and promote healing alongside conventional veterinary medicine.
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veterinary research
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Growing evidence in human medicine that such therapies can help Due to evidence in human medicine techniques applied to veterinary medicine Lack of controlled clinical trials in veterinary medicine More research is needed |
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General legal issues
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Treatment of an animal restricted to registered members of the RCVS Exemptions of listed/registered VN’s and qualified Physiotherapists Illegal for anyone to treat an animal without veterinary authorisation |
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Physiotherapy
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Hydrotherapy
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Acupuncture - History
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One of the oldest forms of medical treatment Commonly believed to have originated from China Evidence suggests it was practised in North India 7,000 years ago Chinese first classified acupuncture points and meridians and developed the ‘laws’ of acupuncture This can be dated back some 3,000 years |
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What is acupuncture?
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The insertion of a needle through the skin with the intention of having a therapeutic effect on the subject. Needles used are placed through the skin at certain specified anatomical landmarks; acupuncture points35 – 37Guage needle |
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Traditional Chinese Acupuncture
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Based on the concepts of Qi (Chee) A life force that flows through the animal body in meridians (or channels) Qi consists of negative and positive components, Yin and Yan respectively Believed that these components must be balanced and able to flow unrestricted through the body to maintain health and well-being If the flow of Qi is blocked an imbalance of yin and yang occurs and will result in disease. The principle is therefore to restore the flow and balance of Qi By placing acupuncture needles in identified points along a meridian the flow of Qi is said to be restored along with the flow of blood and a balance is restored to the body |
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Western scientific Acupuncture
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Adaptation of Traditional Chinese Acupuncture Uses knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology and principles of evidence based medicine Doesn't involve the circulation of Qi Doesn’t claim to be an alternative treatment Greater emphasis is placed on local needling. Points for needling are located within the vicinity of the problem. Research has shown that there is a change in neurotransmitters at the corresponding section of the spinal cord or CNS which reduces pain and other nerve stimuli |
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Current use of Acupuncture
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Clinical studies have revealed the most common conditions treated are- Signs associated with intervertebral disc disease in small dogs e.g. paresis, paralysis and pain Paresis or paralysis in large dogs as a result of spinal conditions Hip dysplasia pain and associated coxofemoral arthritis Osteoarthritis Miscellaneous conditions e.g. lick granulomas, ataxia, epilepsy, chronic respiratory conditions, gastrointestinal disorders, traumatic peripheral nerve injuries and various pain syndromes. |
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Treatment regimens and response
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Initially the animal should receive acupuncture – on a weekly basis for approximately four to six weeks to assess the overall response Then regular treatments should be administered as required to control the clinical signs For Osteoarthritis repeat treatments can be required from once monthly to once every three months Insertion of the needles can initially be slightly uncomfortable Generally well tolerated Left in place for up to 30min Can be stimulated by gently rotating |
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Clinical response
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No Change - Between 10-12% of animals will be ‘non responders’ Worsening of the signs - Will eventually progress to show signs of improvement. Consideration given to the size of the needle used and the number of points stimulated in future sessions ImprovementInitially improvement is seen in the animal’s demeanour, they generally seem happier in themselves. Can be a short lived effect but repeated sessions will give a greater response and improvement in clinical signs. Improvement continues until a ‘plateau’ is reached, at this time repeated sessions every month to three months will continue to control signs. |
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legal issues associated with acupuncture
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Classed as minor surgery Performed by Vets that have had specialist training Or by a registered VN under direct supervision of the vet Even if qualified in human acupuncture not legally allowed to perform acupuncture on an animal |
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Homeopathy
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Discovered by Dr. Samuel Hahnemman in the 18th Century Remedies are made from herbs and plants, minerals and animal extracts Diluted many times, no risk of side effect Curing like with like Onion causes sore, watery eyes Giving onion extract to a person with sore watery eyes can cure them Can treat all forms of disease Skin problems, behavioural problems and arthritis to name a few For successful outcome all symptoms must be taken into account Handing treatment should be avoided ‘energy’ of the handler will influence the remedy Avoid contact with energy waves when in storage Most common and best route of admin via the mucous surface Humans – suck the tablet under the tongue Same principle should be applied in animals |
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homeopathic remedies are...
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Sensitive to light Stored and dispensed in dark containers Long term storage – glass container needed Short term – plastic ok |
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legal issues with homeopathy
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Can only be administered, other than by the owner by a member of the RCVS who has received specialised training
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T - Touch
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Can help in case of – Excessive barking and chewing Leash pulling Jumping up Aggressive behaviour Extreme fear and shyness Resistance to grooming Excitability and nervousness Car sickness Problems associated with aging |
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other touch therapies
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Massage Acupressure Reiki Shiatsu Yui Na |
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Aromatherapy
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Use of essential oils diluted in carrier oil Treats mental and physical problems Commonly used in veterinary medicine to help with muscle problems, relaxation, fleas and other certain medical conditions. Oils either diffused into the air, directly inhaled, or the oil applied to topically |
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Aromatherapy - commonly used oils
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Rosemary – muscle aches, anxiety, the liver, mental stimulation. Good for older animals Lavender - skin care, wounds, burns, relaxation Roma Chamomile – Sleeplessness and anxiety, muscle aches and tension, wounds Eucalyptus – respiratory problems such as coughs and colds. |
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Magnetic therapy
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Use of magnets placed on the body or in the bed to help with pain especially from arthritis Magnets can be secured on the body by a collar or harness |
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Magnopulse Collar
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pain relieving dog collar
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Herbal medicine
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Use of herbs for specific pharmaceutical effects Dorwest Herbs. All products are AVM-GSL |
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Types of herbal medicine
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Garlic and Fenugreek Tablets - Symptomatic relief of minor infections, coughs, skin conditions and osteoarthritis Garlic TabletsSymptomatic - relief of coughs and bronchial conditions and an aid to maintaining general health Skullcap and Valerian Tablets -Symptomatic relief of anxiety, nervousness, excitability and travel sickness |
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Nutraceuticals
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All dietary supplements fall into this category Vitamins, minerals, amino acids, trace fatty acids etc. Most nutraceuticals are used in higher than required amounts to prevent and/or treat problems |
