Pricing

It comprises the adjustment of vertebral joints, extremity joints, and cranial sutures. A chiropractic exam includes a neurological exam, stance and gait analysis and motion and static palpation. It includes evaluating the patient’s history, intended use/athleticism, health state and prior ×-rays and tests.

A chiropractic adjustment is defined as short lever, high velocity controlled thrust by hand or instrument that is directed at specific articulations to correct vertebral subluxations.

• AVCA is the primary national credential for this field in North America
• AVCA Certification identifies those professionals who have met specific standards of knowledge and experience
• Certification was developed based upon input and oversight from both chiropractic and veterinary professions
• Over 1500 animal chiropractic professionals have been certified since 1989
• Certificants are licensed doctors of chiropractic or of veterinary medicine
• Certificants have successfully completed an AVCA approved post-graduate program (minimum of 210 hours)
• Certificants have passed the Animal Chiropractic Certification Commission’s (ACCC) of the AVCA comprehensive certification examinations.
• Certification Commission’s (ACCC) of the AVCA comprehensive certification examinations
• Certification is issued for a 3 year period. Certificants must maintain certification though approved continuing education.
• AVCA has embarked upon a program of continuous improvement for the certification program
• AVCA Certification establishes and promotes professional accountability and visibility.

• Trouble getting up and down
• Athletic competitions
• Surgery involving anesthesia
• Seizures or neurological problems
• Geriatric household pet
• Recovery from illness or injury
• Behavior or mood change
• In horses, head shy, cinchy, reluctance to pick up a lead or go in one direction, pulling one way
• Chronic health problems that do not resolve as expected
• Signs of navicular disease or laminitis.
• • Neck, back, leg, and tail pain
  • Muscle spasms and nerve problems
  • Injuries from slips, falls, and accidents
  • Jaw or TMJ problems, difficulty chewing
  • Event or sports injuries
  • Post-surgical care
  • Bowel or bladder dysfunction
  • Maintenance of joint and spinal health
  • Healing/helping with chronic internal medicine disorders
  • Lameness

• The bones of the spine and joints are maintained in a specific alignment.
• The nerves which surround each joint and vertebral articulation are in constant communication with the central nervous system, brain and all organs.
• When even a subtle change in the alignment occurs, it is called a subluxation.
• Subluxations affect the nervous system, local muscles, joints and even distant organs, glands and body functions.

• Most animals accept both the exam and adjustment without signs of pain.
• When a painful area is found, the practitioner will use the gentlest techniques to reduce pain before delivering an adjustment.
• In cases of acute or extreme pain, the doctor will often delay the complete adjustment until your companion can be relaxed.

• In the case of a recent injury or subluxation, one adjustment may be adequate, but a follow-up is needed to assure your companion is well.
• Often no outward signs occur to let owners know when a subluxation occurs.
• When long term problems reach the point of noticeable pain or outward signs, the doctor may need to do several adjustments.

• Many animals will show immediate improvement.
• Sometimes there is a 24-48 hour period of tiredness.
• Some animals require a few sessions to resolve acute pain.
• Often, with chronic health problems, the doctor will want to see your animal several times to maintain and re-establish normal function of the joints and nervous system.

• Regular evaluations of animals, creates a better adjusted companion (literally).
• Remember that the follow-up visit is as important as the first treatment.
• Start having evaluations performed as soon as you get your animal; Don’t wait for a problem to occur.
• Check with your doctor regarding a maintenance care schedule.