Years ago when I injured my knee, (ACL and medial meniscus), surgery was not a good option. So I endured the pain of arthritis settling in, discomfort whenever I walked, and limitations on doing many things I loved doing. Then along came PEMF! (Pulsed Electro Magnetic Force)
I borrowed a PEMF machine, and after using it daily for two weeks, my knee pain was dramatically reduced. I could exercise enough to rehab my knee without surgery. Since then, I have used this excellent therapy on many people, and, through my affiliation with several veterinary offices, am now using it with animals – mostly dogs, some horses, and some cats.
PEMF is a small electric current targeting a specific area (i.e. spine, knee, neck, elbow) which induces biochemical changes that promote healing. It reduces inflammation, increases wound healing, and controls pain (including degenerative arthritis, etc.). It would be used in conditions that your veterinarian would use anti-inflammatory and pain meds. Easy to use, it is painless, and can be done at home with portable units. PEMF is non-invasive, non-pharmacological, and has no adverse effects. Visit assisianimalhealth.com for information on their targeted PEMF device. Their research is solid.
PEMF is used on top canine athletes to lessen their post-competition pain levels; on older animals that have difficulty getting up, climbing stairs, etc.; on post-surgical healing of ACL injuries; on rehab of operations and orthopedic injuries; on and on. Any time you might use anti-inflammatory or pain meds, consider asking your veterinarian about PEMF.
One day, Remy, a sweet, older Golden Retriever was brought to see me. He was having difficulty getting up after lying for a bit, wasn’t using stairs, and wasn’t getting into the car. He seemed a bit depressed, which was understandable, because he was limited in running and he is, after all, a Golden Retriever. Daily Cosequin and occasional Rimadyl were helping, but his quality of life was definitely suffering.
In addition to chiropractic treatment for Remy, I also recommended that the owners use PEMF at home. They did, and there was wonderful improvement! He now moves with greater ease, and has a dramatically improved quality of life. He still has some old dog problems, but Remy also has greatly increased movement and decreased pain. And his humans are joyful to see him doing so well.
Ask your veterinarian if PEMF could help your dog or cat.
Dr. John Faherty has been providing chiropractic care to humans since 1985, and animals since 1996. He is dedicated to helping individuals and their animals enjoy an improved quality of life as they age and recover from life’s injuries. He served for many years on the Board of Directors of the American Veterinary Chiropractic Association (AVCA). He is affiliated with a growing number of veterinary offices in Asheville, Swannanoa, and Dillsboro. Dr. John can be reached at info@animalmovement.com or 828-712-8017.
