As physiotherapists, we primarily use acupuncture in an orthopaedic context. This means that we stimulate the tendinomuscular pathways with needling, which supply all muscles, ligaments and joints. These pathways are located between our skin and the meridians and are not connected to the organs. This means that the needles are not inserted deeply with this technique and is a good treatment method for more sensitive patients.
Acupuncture is one of the oldest forms of therapy known to mankind. It originates from traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and has been successfully developed from the experience and observations of Chinese doctors for almost 3000 years.
As with physiotherapy, acupuncture for a restricted musculoskeletal system requires either an existing, up-to-date diagnosis from the vet or an initial physiotherapy history prepared by us before we can treat your pet.
The combination of acupuncture and physiotherapy can achieve effective synergy effects together. This is because the interplay of the body's own energy and external manual therapy activates the body's own regeneration to a particularly high degree.
We also offer follow-up acupuncture appointments without physiotherapy treatment.