Acupuncture for Pets

Acupuncture treatment has been known since the 17th century. Acupuncture originated from China, the Chinese called is zhenjiu (read: cenciu).

happy dog with Acupuncture
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According to the Chinese historian Sima Qian, and they have found evidence that acupuncture has been known since 5000 years ago. They used a pointed stone, bamboo and fish bones instead of needles.

Acupuncture itself is absorbed from the Latin word "Acupuncture" which is a combination of two words acus = needle, and Puncture = stabs.

Acupuncture treatment was not only to humans, but now acupuncture for pets becoming popular.

There are more than 150 acupuncture points on the body of a dog with 50-100 points most commonly used. Overall, acupuncture is based on the principle of restoring balance in the body.

Acupuncture for animals is most often performed to treat kidney disease, skin, liver, and other common diseases. Acupuncture treatment is usually combined with traditional treatments, such as physical therapy or use of herbs.

As with any medical treatment, acupuncture also has inherent risks, but the risk is quite small. For example, the potential for infection, although this is very rare because usually the size of the needle used is very small and has been sterilized. But it's good before your pet, undergoing acupuncture, you ask in advance about the cleanliness or sterilization of acupuncture tools.

Place of acupuncture for animals not yet widely available, if you feel free to do acupuncture for your pet, you should first consult the vet. You can also ask for a referral where the best acupuncture place.

Despite advances in medical science is growing rapidly, acupuncture is still a place in the hearts of the people, because it is one of the most effective alternative treatment.

Here's the video of acupuncture in dogs: