Did you know the EQUINES respond to acupuncture very quickly? One good example is the application of acupuncture for BACK PAIN . Poor performance due to back pain is a common problem in the horse industry. It was reported that most conventional treatments for equine back pain were ineffective or were effective for only few weeks. However, moxibustion ( applying local heat with specific herbs like Artemisia and acupuncture modalities like Electro-acupuncture, are useful and effective for this condition. The patient accepts the therapy very well, relaxing the tightness so we can apply on top techniques of myofascial release and Tui-Na massage.
Significant changes can be seen within the first treatment, when it is applied by a Certified Veterinary Acupuncture Veterinarian. Do you like to know how acupuncture could help to your horse?