Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Developments in veterinary acupuncture.
- Journal:
- Acupuncture in medicine : journal of the British Medical Acupuncture Society
- Year:
- 2001
- Authors:
- Scott, S
- Affiliation:
- Glasgow University Veterinary School. abg67@dial.pipex.com · United Kingdom
Plain-English summary
Veterinary acupuncture, which involves using needles to stimulate specific points on animals, has been gaining popularity recently, largely because pet owners are interested in it as a treatment option for their pets. As a result, more veterinarians are looking for training in acupuncture that is suitable for general practice rather than just for those who specialize in alternative therapies. However, there isn't a lot of solid evidence showing how effective acupuncture is for treating pets. It's noteworthy that two studies related to acupuncture are currently being funded at Glasgow University Veterinary School, which may help provide more information on its effectiveness.
Abstract
Veterinary acupuncture has been developing rapidly in recent years. Public attention has been focused on acupuncture as a possible therapeutic intervention for their pets by the media. Interest in acupuncture from the veterinary profession has therefore been primarily driven by owner demand. Veterinarians are now seeking courses in acupuncture that are relevant to themselves as general practitioners rather than as specialists in complementary medicine. Evidence of the efficacy of acupuncture in treating any of the veterinary species is limited, so it is significant that two acupuncture-related trials at Glasgow University Veterinary School are currently receiving funding.
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