Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Alternative medicines for the geriatric veterinary patient.
- Journal:
- The Veterinary clinics of North America. Small animal practice
- Year:
- 2012
- Authors:
- Kidd, J Randy
- Affiliation:
- Coyote Consulting LLD · United States
Plain-English summary
In recent years, many pet owners have become interested in alternative medicines for their older pets. These treatments, which include acupuncture, chiropractic care, herbal remedies, homeopathy, and flower essences, are becoming more common, even though there is some debate about their effectiveness. It's important for veterinarians to be aware of these options, their safety, and how well they work, even if they don't use them in their practice. Overall, while alternative medicines can be appealing, their use should be approached with caution and informed discussion with a veterinarian.
Abstract
Over the past several decades, alternative medicines have gained in popularity for use in both humans and animals. While they are not without controversy, client interest and usage dictate that even those practitioners who do not want to practice any of them in their own hospital or clinic should at least be aware of their common use, safety, and efficacy. The author briefly discusses some of the more popular alternative medicines—acupuncture, chiropractic, herbal, homeopathic, and flower essences—with respect to some of the basics that every practitioner should know about them.
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