Maritime Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Center
Acupuncture Services at Maritime
Acupuncture is an ancient Chinese medical technique that is used to stimulate the immune system and local nerves, relax muscles, adjust blood and lymph flow, and release endorphins. Acupuncture has been used in healing for over 5,000 years and is a form of treatment that encourages the body to heal itself. Thin, sterile needles are inserted into the skin at specific points on the body. This placement of needles sends a signal to the nervous system, directing the body to heal and return to normal function.
Pets are typically treated once a week for three to four weeks but may receive treatments as frequently as three times a week if necessary. After the initial treatment period, the intervals between sessions are extended based on patient response and level of progress. Owners often observe improvement in their pet’s condition after the very first treatment. However, four to six treatments must be completed before accurately assessing the effectiveness of acupuncture treatment.
Common conditions that benefit from acupuncture in a rehab setting include
Muscle soreness, back pain, disc problems, osteoarthritis, degenerative joint disease
Seizure, weakness from chronic disc disease, facial paralysis
Geriatric weakness
