Having completed her masters degree which is the only validated course in Europe in teaching techniques for adjusting animals. Treatment is given using chiropractic techniques to align and balance the animal's musculoskeletal system. Like people, animals suffer from back, neck, pelvic and musculoskeletal problems and they can benefit from McTimoney treatment. This is achieved by manipulating any misaligned joints throughout the entire body, with special attention to the spine and pelvis, it helps both to restore and maintain health, soundness and performance. Most animals readily accept the treatment as only the practitioners hands are used and it focuses on speed and not force make the adjustments. The treatment of animals is currently regulated under the Veterinary Act. This means that permission from the animals usual vet needs to be sought before treatment. Permission can be obtained by the owner and usually involves a simple phone call. Siobhan will work closely with vets to ensure a safe, appropriate and effective treatment takes place. Signs that your animal may benefit from treatment include:
HORSES:
• Unlevelness, especially behind
• Uneven wear of shoes
• Sore or cold backs, uneven pressure from saddles or the saddle slipping to one side
• Unexplained deterioration in usual performance
• Asymmetry, such as stiffness on one rein, or a disunited canter
• Unexplained resistances, such as napping, rearing, refusing, bucking, etc.
• Uneven muscle development or atrophy
• Uncharacteristic changes in behavior, performance or temperament
• Rehabilitation after injury
DOGS:
• Crying out when getting up
• Difficulty climbing stairs or getting into cars
• Signs of discomfort when being stroked on their backs
• A reluctance to exercise
• Stiffness or pain after exercise
