Because animals have spines, too!
DOGS.....HORSES.....CATS.....& MORE!
DOGS.....HORSES.....CATS.....& MORE!
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Chiropractic for Horses
Horses, especially considering their massive size, are amazingly athletic and agile. Unfortunately their size puts them at a disadvantage when it comes to the stress on their bodies. Repetitive stresses and acute injuries can cause the joints and muscles to become imbalanced. Often times stress from relatively innocent activities can accumulate and lead to an imbalance.
This imbalance, particularly of the spinal column causes negative neurologic changes which may cause changes in coordination, flexibility, and strength ultimately affecting the performance of your horse.
The following is a list of symptoms that may indicate the need for chiropractic treatment.
1. Abnormal and varying posture when standing
2. Discomfort when saddling
3. Discomfort when riding
4. Evasions such as extending head and neck or hollowing back
5. Wringing tail and pinning ears
6. Refusal or resistance to jumping
7. Development of unusual behavior patterns
8. Sensitivity or pain
9. Stiffness, resistance to move
10. Lack of coordination in gaits
11. Stiffness when coming out of stall
12. Muscle weakness or atrophy
13. Shortened stride in one or two limbs
14. Inability to engage rear quarters
15. Inability to lengthen top line
16. Improper frame
17. Difficulty flexing at the poll
18. Lameness
19. On line or pulling on one rein
20. Rider cannot sit centered on horse
21. Not using the back in movement (leg movers)
Imbalance in the spine causes problems in the nerves that supply other cells such as those of the skin, glands, and blood vessels. Some of the symptoms that result may be:
1. unusual body or tail rubbing
2. increased sensitivity to heat or cold
3. asymmetrical sweating or lack of sweating
4. difficulty eating, head pressing, etc...
Dr. Hal with "Claymore" a 5-year-old 17+ hand Shire
Dr. Hal evaluating Claymore's neck.
Dr. Hal setting up to adjust Claymore's neck
Dr. Hal evaluating Claymore's lumbar spine and pelvis.
Dr. Hal and a happily adjusted Claymore!
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