Acupuncture Services for Pets: Tailored Pain Management for Dogs and Cats

Acupuncture provides a holistic, multi-modal approach to managing pain and improving overall health in pets. At Veterinary Kinetics Rehab, we specialize in acupuncture techniques designed specifically for dogs and cats, including Dry Needle (DN), Aqua-acupuncture (Aqua-AP), Electro-acupuncture (EA), and Myofascial Trigger Point Treatment. These therapies combine modern veterinary science with traditional techniques to promote healing, reduce discomfort, and enhance your pet’s quality of life.

Key Acupuncture Techniques We Offer for Pets

  1. Dry Needle (DN)
    This technique involves inserting thin, sterile needles into specific points on your pet’s body to stimulate natural healing processes, improve circulation, and reduce inflammation. Dry needling is particularly effective for managing musculoskeletal pain, arthritis, and mobility issues in dogs and cats.
  2. Aqua-acupuncture (Aqua-AP)
    Aqua-acupuncture uses small injections of sterile solutions (like saline or Vitamin B12) at acupuncture points to provide localized therapeutic effects. This method is gentle and beneficial for pets needing enhanced pain relief and tissue recovery.
  3. Electro-acupuncture (EA)
    Electro-acupuncture combines traditional needle insertion with gentle electrical stimulation to enhance therapeutic effects. It’s an excellent choice for managing nerve pain, chronic arthritis, or recovery from surgery in dogs and cats.
  4. Myofascial Trigger Point Treatment
    Trigger points are hyper-sensitive areas in a pet’s muscle or fascia that can cause pain, lameness, or restricted movement. We target these areas with dry needles, electrical stimulation, or manual techniques like myofascial stripping to relieve discomfort and restore mobility.

Benefits of Acupuncture for Dogs and Cats

  • Effective Pain Relief: Helps manage chronic and acute pain without relying solely on medications.
  • Neuro-biomodulation: Stimulates the nervous system to improve pain perception and healing.
  • Improved Recovery: Supports post-surgical healing and reduces anticipated pain.
  • Customizable Therapy: Tailored to each pet’s unique condition and temperament, ensuring a comfortable experience.

Understanding Trigger Points and Myofascial Pain in Pets

Trigger points in pets often form in the fascia or muscles, presenting as taut, sensitive areas that can lead to pain, stiffness, or lameness. Left untreated, these points may contribute to compensatory movement issues, further affecting your dog or cat’s quality of life. Our myofascial trigger point treatments, including dry needling, electrical stimulation, or manual therapies, provide targeted relief to help your pet feel and move better.

Additional Therapies to Support Your Pet’s Healing

  • Laser Therapy: A non-invasive option to reduce inflammation, promote tissue regeneration, and improve healing in pets.
  • Local Anesthetics: Can be integrated into trigger point treatments for immediate pain relief.
  • Transcutaneous Electrical Stimulation: Offers deeper therapeutic effects for pets with severe muscle tension or pain.

Why Choose Veterinary Kinetics Rehab?

  • Compassionate Care: We treat every dog and cat like family, ensuring their comfort throughout the process.
  • Experienced Veterinary Team: Our team brings extensive experience in acupuncture and pain management for pets.

Evidence-Based Practices: We stay up-to-date on the latest research and technologies in veterinary acupuncture.