Healing Pets with Dog and Cat Acupuncture in Hingham, MA
Oral medications are not the only solution to painful, life-limiting conditions in pets. At Old Derby Animal Hospital, we proudly offer dog and cat acupuncture in Hingham, MA, an alternative therapy derived from ancient Chinese medicine. Acupuncture has been used successfully for thousands of years to treat humans. Today, it has also proven useful for treating dogs, cats, and other small animals with muscle pain, nervous system disorders, and more. If you’re interested in an alternative for your pet, acupuncture could be the next step in their treatment.
Is your pet a candidate for acupuncture? Let’s find out.
What are the Main Benefits of Veterinary Acupuncture?
When used together with other therapies (such as medication and laser therapy), acupuncture treatment can benefit pets in many positive ways, including:
- Reducing inflammation
- Relieving pain
- Relieving muscle spasms and joint stiffness
- Improving circulation
- Stimulating the nerves
- Reducing nausea and increasing appetite