Acupuncture
We are excited to announce the addition of Dr. Diane Gabriel VMD CVA CVCHM CVWHM to our team. Dr. Gabriel will be offering veterinary acupuncture services. Wondering if acupuncture may benefit your pet? Dr. Gabriel says “Simply put, Acupuncture is stimulation of special points on the body in order to evoke a desired healing effect. Techniques employed can involve Dry Needle technique, Aquapuncture, Electro-Acupuncture and Laser devices. Like most holistic modalities, Acupuncture can be used on its own or in conjunction with conventional medicine and surgery.
It can benefit any disease process including liver and kidney disease, osteoarthritis and chronic pain, hip and/or elbow dysplasia, inflammatory bowel disease, allergies, respiratory issues, intervertebral disc disease (IVDD)-to name a few. Acupuncture brings forth a noticeable improvement, if not recovery, from many disease processes.”
How does acupuncture work? Acupuncture can affect circulation and help release anti inflammatory prostaglandins and modulate cortisol. It therefore, can decrease pain and aid in the body’s natural healing processes.
