My dog has minor IVDD. Are chiropractic & acupuncture safe options?

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dog has minor IVDD cant afford surgery is it safe to work w/ chiropractor and acupuncture? do I have other options. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Large (61lb +) | Female | spayed | 2 years and 8 months old | 80 lbs

Jennifer Summerfield, DVM CPDT-KA · Accepted Answer

Generally speaking, dogs with IVDD who do not have major neurologic deficits (i.e., no paralysis) of the rear legs can often be managed successfully without surgery. The recommended treatment for these dogs usually involves strict cage rest for at least 30 days, along with a steroid or anti-inflammatory medication, pain medication, and sometimes muscle relaxers as well. Laser therapy, chiropractic therapy, and acupuncture can certainly be helpful in some cases as well. If Tigger is still quite painful after 30 days on this treatment plan, or if things get worse or she develops paralysis of her rear legs, these are indications that surgery may be necessary in order to treat the problem effectively.

My dog has minor IVDD. Are chiropractic & acupuncture safe options?

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