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Alternative to surgery for a slipped disc in my Daschund?
I have a 3 year old rescue pup beagle / daschund mix. Through regular daily activities she managed to get a slipped disc in her spine. Surgery was not an option at the time because I had no job & couldn't afford it. A month of rest & crate "LockDown" she seems to be OK until she reinjured her back.
Is there anything at all I can do to help my pup instead of surgery? Acupuncture? Holestic Therapy? Anything? She can walk, & go to the bathroom but she shakes & seems to be miserable & is on a steroid to reduce the swelling. I don't know if it is just a bruised disc or if surgery is her only hope at a happy life. Pease help!! |
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Try to find a Dog Chiropractor. I have a friend who's dog had the same symptoms. The Vet said surgery, with a dismal prognosis. My friend took it to a Dog Chiropractor for treatment and the dog showed marked improvement. I don't know how long it lasted, because we lost touch some time back, but it might be worth a try. I have always been suspect of Chiropractors because of some of their claims to be able to cure everything from baldness to heart disease. I now have a Chiropractor that straightens me out about every 10 months on average, when I screw up my back doing some home project. He sends me home to apply ice packs and to do 12 oz curls in the easy chair. There is a time and place for every medical discipline. By the way, find a Chiropractor with two feet, rather than four.
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HI,
Have you considered getting another Vets opinion? Many people get at least two opinions before having major surgery. Why not take her to another Vet? Get another X-Ray, get that Vet's opinion. You would then have more information to decide. I would not let her be in constant pain if the surgery is need, or as your previous answer suggested, maybe try a Dog Chiropractor, if you can find one in your local area. I do wish you and she the very best. |
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