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Pet Acupuncture

Acupuncture isn’t just for humans; there's also animal acupuncture! This ancient Chinese practice involves placing tiny needles in specific points of the body to relieve pain, improve circulation, and promote healing. Veterinary acupuncture is particularly beneficial for pets with chronic pain, arthritis, and even anxiety. Don’t worry—most pets tolerate the needles really well, and some even find the sessions relaxing.

Acupuncture is a branch of Traditional Chinese Medical (TCM) which has been practiced for over 5000 years.

Traditional Chinese Medicine theory holds that Qi (vital energy) flows throughout the body along energetic channels called meridians. Each meridian is also associated with a specific internal organ which reflects the physiological and pathological conditions of that organ. The meridians connect the exterior of the body with the interior.

Acupuncture points are located along these meridians, and when stimulated can relieve pain and restore normal body functions. Acupuncture points have specific locations and effects and have been documented over millenia. From a Western perspective, acupuncture has been shown to stimulate a variety of sensory nerves in the body that transmit the signal through the nervous system to the brain, which then releases various chemicals that produce multiple physiologic effects that activate the body’s homeostatic regulatory mechanisms.

Acupuncture Techniques

Dr. Gordon employs traditional acupuncture with dry needles, but prefers aquapuncture.  Aquapuncture involves the injection of saline, Vitamin B12, or other liquids into specified acupuncture points. This is often quicker, easier, and more effective for the pets we see. We have found that dry needling with traditional acupuncture needles is often wrought with difficulties for the pets and their owners, but we certainly can do that if requested. 

"We recently traveled from Palm Springs to have our 15 y.o. pup receive specialized treatments for her arthritis from Doctor Gordon and his team at Arch Beach. We really appreciated his willingness to do the consult and procedure in the same day given our geographic challenges.In speaking with others in the reception area, we weren't the only ones who made the drive for the outstanding care here. Without exception, everyone we encountered in two visits was compassionate, gracious, and conscientious. I only wished we lived closer and this could be our full-time vet.We took note of how present Dr. Gordon is with each of his patients and their families, making it a point to check in with you, even if you're just there for a moment. Sadly, encountering folks who still really care about what they do is too rare these days; it was deeply appreciated. Thank you to the entire Arch Beach team, with love from Scout!"

Brooke B.

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