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Tampa, FL, March 28, 2005---No pain and lots to gain. Needles have new meaning at Florida Veterinary Specialists & Cancer Treatment Center (FVS), in Tampa. Acupuncture and rehabilitation medicine is the newest referral specialty offered by Felicity Talbot, DVM, certified veterinary acupuncturist.
Acupuncture is a safe, effective way to control pain and has been used for thousands of years in both humans and animals. Tiny needles are inserted into certain points of the body to cause the release of endogenous opioids such as beta endorphins. The needles are so small they cause minimal discomfort and present no ill side effects.
Debbie Woosley of Bradenton was thrilled with the results for her nine-year-old Sheltie, Bianca, even after just one treatment! “It’s really made a big difference in Bianca’s level of comfort and mobility,” says Woosley. Prior to treatment, Bianca, who is suffering from Cushings Disease, was feeling pretty bad. “She was extremely hungry and thirsty all the time. She was losing her hair. It got to the point where she couldn’t go up and down steps anymore.” Now, Bianca is much more energetic with a spring in her step. “I felt like she showed immediate improvement. Within a few hours she seemed better!”
No needle phobias here! For pet parents worried about pricking, Woosley says it’s a walk in the park! “Bianca was very relaxed through the whole process. There was no sedation used.” In fact it was such a positive experience, Woosley decided to seek acupuncture treatment for her other Sheltie, Sophie. Sophie is suffering from hip dysplasia and that makes her a great candidate for acupuncture. According to Dr. Talbot, patients with that condition, “respond extremely well to treatment and owners report their dogs get up more easily and are noticeably more active after treatment.”
In a recent issue of Newsweek (Dec., 20, 2004), animal acupuncture is highlighted as an increasingly popular therapy. Veterinarians are using acupuncture to reduce pain, inflammation and improve circulation in animals. Conditions treated include arthritis, neurological diseases, dermatological conditions, and behavior problems.
- Florida Veterinary Specialists and Cancer Treatment Center is a regional veterinary referral center providing specialized as well as emergency and critical care, 24 hours a day. FVS specialists have undertaken advanced training and are board certified in their area of expertise. Specialties include avian and exotics, behavioral medicine, critical care, dermatology, emergency medicine, internal medicine, neurology, oncology/radiation oncology, ophthalmology, radiology, surgery and alternative medicine. FVS opened in 1996 on Busch Lake Blvd. in Tampa in and in late 2004 opened a satellite emergency treatment center in Brandon. Brandon Veterinary Specialists is located at 723 W. Lumsden Road. Visit the web site at www.FVS.com.
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