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Sam Barrett B.Sc. P.G. Dip. A.M. ITEC HM & AP Animal Physical Therapy, Equine Aroma Therapy and Human Massage

Animals can suffer back pain, just as we humans can. Unfortunately animals can't tell us that they are in pain, and we as owners have to learn to read the signs. Slips, falls, knocks and bumps can cause back and neck pain through muscle tightness and spasm, and if left untreated could cause further injury later in life. This is where McTimoney therapy can help!

*How can manipulation help?* Animal manipulation has developed over the past 40 years from the human form of Chiropractic treatment. The treatment in holistic (treats the whole body), is non invasive, and aims to realign the musculoskeletal system, restoring health, performance, mobility and well being.
	*How does the treatment work?* The treatment is carried out entirely by hand. It works to release muscle spasm, allowing greater freedom of movement through the neck, back and other joints in the body.
*How do I know if my animal has back pain?* Back pain can sometimes be difficult to pin point. If your animals behaviour or performance suddenly changes, or if a musculoskeletal problem is persistent, and fails to be resolved by conventional methods, he/she may well be suffering back pain. As any sufferer of back pain will know, the onset can be quite sudden, and the pain can feel worse some days than others. Animals feel exactly the same way!
*Back pain in horses*
Gait/Performance changes Difficulty lengthening strides Difficulty bending/flexing Disunited canter Inability to bascule over fences Knocking poles Unexplained loss of performance Uneven shoe wear Uneven muscle development Unexplained intermittent lameness Unlevelness especially behind * Difficulty with Farrier	Behavioural changes Uncooperative when handling Cold backed - dipping when mounted *Unexplained resistance e.g. bucking/rearing
*Back pain in dogs*
Dogs, who enjoy an active lifestyle, participate in sports or are worked, are more prone to injury and therefore more prone to muscle spasm and back pain. Additionally, certain breeds of dog particularly long backed short legged breeds are more prone to back pain than others. However, any dog can suffer back pain at any age, it isn't just those that work or enjoy sports!
Below is a list of indications that your dog may be suffering back pain * A general reluctance to exercise, and be touched or handled * Crying out when getting up or moving * Dipping back or moving away from the hand when being stroked * Stiffness or pain after exercise * Difficulty climbing stairs or getting into and out of the car.

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