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9:48 am
Team Tripawds
25 April 2007
OfflineHey Sylvie & Co., sounds like you're on the right track!
We've talked to certified canine rehab practitioners and here are some things to keep in mind as you search for chiropractic and PT care.
- There are lots of practitioners saying they can do physical therapy and chiropractic work, but many are not qualified to do it. It's important to look for PTs that are either a veterinarian themselves, or a certified PT working directly under the supervision of a veterinarian.
- Always ask the rehab center/vet office who is doing the rehab. If it's a vet technician, go somewhere else.
- The PT should also be are certified in their field. Always ask if they are. You can start finding ones by checking the Canine Rehabilitation Institute's website directory. They should have the initials "CCRP" (Certified Canine Rehabilitation Practitioner") or "CCRT" (Certified Canine Rehabilitation Therapist") after their name.
- As for chiropractors, a chiropractor should be doing it in a veterinarian's office, and only in a vet office. And they should be a veterinarian as well.
More dogs have been harmed by non-certified physical therapists than helped and end up needing more rehab care later, so be careful in who you use.
Good luck in your search. We hope it helps bring Sylvie back to her old self! Keep us posted OK?
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