HOLISTIC MEDICINE

Common Modalities

• Acupuncture (TCM)

• Herbal Medicine (TCM)

• Chiropractic / Spinal manipulation

• Massage / Physical Therapy

• Subtle energy work such as Reiki

• Homeopathy

Acupuncture

• Balancing Qi of animal for smooth flow and
  elimination of excess / blockage as well as invigorating
  areas of deficiencies

• Toning organs

• Surround the Dragon

Hebal Medicine

• Uses chinese or western herbs to balance Qi
• Can be toxic to kidneys and liver if not used properly
• Quality control of herbal formulas a concern
• Not meant for long term use

Chiropractic

• Manipulation of the spine in order to restore proper
  energy flow via neurologic paths
• Goal to prevent muscle spasm and encourage healthy
  plasticity
• Not a bone out of place! That would be a fracture
• Gentle non-force directional technique
• To use an activator or not?

Massage / PT

• Manipulation of the muscles and/or fascia in order to
  restore healthy tissue and flow of energy and
  lymphatics
  
• Cleansing process for toxin release
  
• Many report best therapeutic response
• Many different techniques available
  
• Physical Therapy very important and under used

Physical Therapy

• Joint range of motion (ROM) exercises
  
• Sit-to-stands, Wheelbarrow, Dancing, Balance Boards
  
• Walking on uneven surface
  
• Water therapy
  
• Ice / heat therapy
  
• Props (life-vest, weights, booties, slings, harnesses etc.)

Subtle Energy Work

• Energy from the universe / collective source is moving
  into the animal through the energy worker to clear
  toxins, heal injuries, create balance
  
• Physical and mental healing available
  
• Distance healing
  
• Training opportunities

Homeopathy

• Least understood modality
  
• Not Herbalogy
  
• Substances (plant, animal, or mineral) are repeatedly
  diluted and aggitated, a process which creates more
  healing energetic power with each decrease in physical
  matter
  
• Success is dependent upon the skill of the homeopathic
  practitioner and the lifeforce of the patient

Treatment Frequency

• Depends on the modality used, vital force and response
  of the individual, and the style of the practitioner
  
• Often once weekly or twice monthly for chronic
  disease
  
• 1-3 times per week for acute injury less common
  
• Homeopathy often requires more patience and is a very
  powerful modality in treating chronic disease

Cost

• How much is health worth to you
  
• Most practitioners charge for the amount of face time
  you have with them
  
• Some may be low cost but do not spend time while
  evaluating the case so ask how much time you will have
  
• Even some treatments are better than none so discuss
  your options with your doctor

Qualifications

• Research your holistic practitioner before choosing
  
• IVAS
  
• AVCA
  
• AVH
  
• AHVMA
  
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