Chiropractic involves a system of locating spinal and joint misalignments throughout the body and "adjusting" them through a series of treatments that reduce the stressful impact on the nervous system and organs. Such misalignments pinch nerves and cause pain as well as disturbances to normal behavioral and physical functioning. Misalignments commonly occur from injury, birth trauma, and wear and tear of the body. Behavioral problems have many causes. Among the most overlooked are misalignments in the skull bones. Dogs with epileptic seizures who do not respond well to standard anticonvulsant drugs may have a misalignment of the first vertebra in the neck. A misalignment there can exert an array of adverse effects on the nervous system, including seizures. Adjustments often improve the control of the condition and may even stop the seizures. Multiple treatments may be necessary.

Disclaimer: these practices don't take the place of veterinary care.
 

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