Chiropractics
What is Animal Chiropractic?
· 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.
· It comprises the adjustment of vertebral joints, extremity joints, and cranial sutures.
· It includes evaluating the patient’s history, intended use/athleticism, health state and prior x-rays and tests.
· A chiropractic exam includes a neurological exam, stance and gait analysis and motion and static palpation.
Why Animal Chiropractics?
· 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 and bladder disorders
· Maintenance of joint and spinal health
· Healing/helping with chronic internal medicine disorders.
· 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.
· It comprises the adjustment of vertebral joints, extremity joints, and cranial sutures.
· It includes evaluating the patient’s history, intended use/athleticism, health state and prior x-rays and tests.
· A chiropractic exam includes a neurological exam, stance and gait analysis and motion and static palpation.
Why Animal Chiropractics?
· 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 and bladder disorders
· Maintenance of joint and spinal health
· Healing/helping with chronic internal medicine disorders.
Arthrostim Adjustment
An Arthrostim® adjustment involves the use of one of these special instruments. It has an appearance similar to a drill, and is held in a similar manner. What it does is produce a speedy thrust and recoil motion, similar to the way a chiropractor uses their hands to adjust the vertebrae in your back. The benefit of the instrument is that it performs this high-velocity, low-amplitude motion 12 times per second, and is targeted to a very small area. The force of the thrust radiates through the joint and the tissues that surround it, releasing trigger points that are often the cause of muscle spasms.
As opposed to traditional chiropractic adjustment techniques, use of the Arthrostim® does not cause the same popping and cracking noises in the joint that can make some people feel uneasy. It is a gentle, mechanical method of easing the joints back into alignment that is basically an extension of the chiropractor’s hands. Your chiropractor can exert just the right amount of pressure needed by adjusting the force of the thrust up or down from merely a few ounces all the way up to 40 pounds, and it works on a wide range of body areas, not only on the spine.
Several studies have shown that instrument adjusting is just as effective as traditional chiropractic techniques for easing pain and increasing range of motion in patients who have sought chiropractic care. Its speed, gentleness and accuracy are also recommended for populations that may have trouble with the use of traditional chiropractic techniques, such as children and the elderly.
The Arthrostim’s® movement stimulates the patient’s special sensory nerve receptors, called proprioceptors, which are responsible for detecting the proper motion and alignment of the body’s muscles and joints, signaling that all is well; however, at the same time it avoids stimulating the nociceptors, the sensory nerve receptors responsible for sending pain signals to the central nervous system.
The use of instrument adjusting, such as with the Athrostim®, allows for fewer side-effects and less post-treatment muscle soreness. If this seems like a form of treatment you may be interested in, consult with your chiropractor and ask if it may be possible to incorporate Athrostim® adjusting into your treatment regime.
http://www.impacinc.net/arthrostim.html
As opposed to traditional chiropractic adjustment techniques, use of the Arthrostim® does not cause the same popping and cracking noises in the joint that can make some people feel uneasy. It is a gentle, mechanical method of easing the joints back into alignment that is basically an extension of the chiropractor’s hands. Your chiropractor can exert just the right amount of pressure needed by adjusting the force of the thrust up or down from merely a few ounces all the way up to 40 pounds, and it works on a wide range of body areas, not only on the spine.
Several studies have shown that instrument adjusting is just as effective as traditional chiropractic techniques for easing pain and increasing range of motion in patients who have sought chiropractic care. Its speed, gentleness and accuracy are also recommended for populations that may have trouble with the use of traditional chiropractic techniques, such as children and the elderly.
The Arthrostim’s® movement stimulates the patient’s special sensory nerve receptors, called proprioceptors, which are responsible for detecting the proper motion and alignment of the body’s muscles and joints, signaling that all is well; however, at the same time it avoids stimulating the nociceptors, the sensory nerve receptors responsible for sending pain signals to the central nervous system.
The use of instrument adjusting, such as with the Athrostim®, allows for fewer side-effects and less post-treatment muscle soreness. If this seems like a form of treatment you may be interested in, consult with your chiropractor and ask if it may be possible to incorporate Athrostim® adjusting into your treatment regime.
http://www.impacinc.net/arthrostim.html
Acupuncture
Acupuncture has been used for centuries to help horses live and perform with less pain and more freedom in movement. It can be used by itself, in conjunction with conventional western veterinary medicine, and as a complement to chiropractic care. Because it is a safe method of treating horses, acupuncture is well worth investigating for animals who are not responding to conventional medical treatment. Also commonly used in dogs.
Common Uses of Acupuncture
· Back pain
· Decrease in stride length
· Signs of resistance
· Cross firing or reluctance to take a lead
· Stiff or inflexible muscles
· Tendon problems
· Navicular disease
· Laminitis: acute and chronic
· Colic: acute and chronic
· Infertility
Common Uses of Acupuncture
· Back pain
· Decrease in stride length
· Signs of resistance
· Cross firing or reluctance to take a lead
· Stiff or inflexible muscles
· Tendon problems
· Navicular disease
· Laminitis: acute and chronic
· Colic: acute and chronic
· Infertility
Podiatry
Dr. Lafoon’s love for podiatry began as a very young man. The love still continues today. Working with his farrier colleagues has been a very rewarding part of his practice. He will tell you the most important part of your horses health begins at the foot. As told by many the adage NO FOOT NO HORSE supports Dr. Lafoon’s approach to podiatry. Most people will find getting a farrier and veterinarian to agree is very challenging and getting them to work together is often impossible. The veterinary farrier relationship is paramount when working on podiatry cases. Check out his fancy Shoeing rig with all the amenities.
Lameness
Dr. Lafoon still enjoys working on lameness cases implementing: STEM cell therapy, IRAP therapy, PRP therapy, Chiropractics, Acupuncture, Laser and E Stim.
Laser Therapy
Laser Therapy is the use of specific wavelengths of light (red and near infrared) to create therapeutic effects. These effects include improving healing time, pain reduction, increased circulation and decreased swelling. During this painless treatment, the laser energy creates an optimal healing environment that reduces inflammation, swelling, muscle spasms, stiffness and pain. As the injured area returns to normal, function is restored and pain is relieved.
Benefits of Laser Therapy
· Osteoarthritis
· Joint Pain
· Tendinopathies
· Burns
· Puncture Wounds
· Chronic Wounds
· Rehabilitation
· Edema and Congestion
· Ligament and Muscle Sprains
· Post-Traumatic Injury
· Post-Surgical Pain
Benefits of Laser Therapy
· Osteoarthritis
· Joint Pain
· Tendinopathies
· Burns
· Puncture Wounds
· Chronic Wounds
· Rehabilitation
· Edema and Congestion
· Ligament and Muscle Sprains
· Post-Traumatic Injury
· Post-Surgical Pain