My TCM Vet » Acupuncture

What causes shaky legs?

Rona Sherebrin — Fri, 26 Nov 2010 16:35:32 +0000

I recently had a question about what can cause shaking, especially in the legs of an older dog. The most common cause of shaking legs in the young dog that I see is fear- these are dogs that do not want to be in the examination room! But for the older dog shaking [...]

Pain is a Pain

Rona Sherebrin — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 19:32:07 +0000

Recently when suffering a barometric pressure-change headache I was thinking about pain in our companion animals. We can’t ask them where and how it hurts, if the pain is worse with certain activities or at certain times of day. As veterinarians we have to play detective, and try to figure things out [...]

Year of the Tiger

Rona Sherebrin — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 00:58:31 +0000

I want to dedicate this article to the memory of Clara, who left our world peacefully on Sunday Feb. 14th, surrounded by friends and companions. She was a real little tiger for all her 21 years, and will be fondly remembered by all who knew her.

We have entered the Year of [...]

Holistic VS Homeopathic- what’s the difference?

Rona Sherebrin — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 14:31:24 +0000

Differences between Holistic, Integrative, Naturopathic, Alternative and Homeopathic therapies and practices [...]

Who will be treating my pet?

Rona Sherebrin — Tue, 19 May 2009 04:12:44 +0000

In most countries, states and provinces, veterinary acupuncture is considered a surgical procedure that only licensed veterinarians may legally administer to animals. A veterinarian trained in TCVM is in the best position to diagnose an animal’s health problem and then to determine whether an it is likely to benefit from an acupuncture [...]

How often are treatments given?

Rona Sherebrin — Tue, 19 May 2009 04:11:30 +0000

A simple acute problem, such as a muscle sprain, may require only one treatment, whereas more severe or chronic ailments may need a dozen treatments. When multiple treatments are necessary, they usually begin intensively. Patients often start with 1-3 treatments per week for 4-6 weeks. A positive response is usually seen after [...]

How long do treatments last?

Rona Sherebrin — Tue, 19 May 2009 04:10:38 +0000

The length and frequency of acupuncture treatments depends on the condition of the patient and the method of stimulation that is chosen. Stimulation of an individual acupuncture point may take as little as 10 seconds or as much as 30 minutes.

What species can be treated?

Rona Sherebrin — Tue, 19 May 2009 04:07:28 +0000

All species will respond to acupuncture. Dr. Sherebrin has experience treating dogs, cats, rabbits, ferrets and rodents.

Is acupuncture safe for animals?

Rona Sherebrin — Tue, 19 May 2009 04:07:05 +0000

Acupuncture is one of the safest forms of medical treatment for animals when administered by a properly trained veterinarian. Side effects of acupuncture are rare, but they do exist. An animal’s condition may seem worse for up to 48 hours after a treatment. Other animals may become sleepy or lethargic for 24 [...]

Is acupuncture painful?

Rona Sherebrin — Tue, 19 May 2009 04:06:00 +0000

For small animals, the insertion of acupuncture needles is virtually painless. In all animals, once the needles are in place, there should be no pain. Most animals become very relaxed and may even become sleepy. Nevertheless, acupuncture treatment may cause some sensation, presumed to be those such as the tingling, cramps, or [...]