Chiropractor and Dentist?

Question

Does anyone know of any equine chiropractors in Utah or know how I could go about finding one? Also, how can I find a good dentist other than just a vet who can file the teeth? Are there any good websites that list reputable dentists? I'm going to be asking around here but I'd like to be able to research some online also. Much thanks.

Answer 1

just search or go to your vet and ask.

Answer 2

You should not go to the chiropractor instead see a physical therapist & an orthopedist and also ask your primary care physician what he thinks of you going to a chiro first. Trust me he wont think much of him.

Here is the truth about what they do. A chiropractor can do spinal manipulations to relieve stress on spinal nerves caused by things like muscle tension or a slight misalignment of the discs. The manipulation is not a permanent change of anything though, and no - they can't permanently change the natural shape or curvature of a spine. An orthopedist can evaluate the situation and determine if a scoliosis is actually present, and if a brace would be of help. A brace has to be individually fitted though- it's not a one size fits all proposition. A chiropractor can be helpful in musculo-skeletal aches and pains, through manipulation and massage- but aside from that it's all smoke and mirrors. If you have back pain from the misalignment, they can help relieve that. But nothing they do is going to be a permanent fix. Spines don't work that way. To change a spine takes surgery and braces. Most chiropractors are quacks and want to take a full body X-ray and have you going to them for a long time. In my opinion they are just as good a back rub. But to each his or her own. Chiropractors do not have a medical degree nor are they FDA approved.  I challenge anyone to prove me wrong.

DO NOT GO TO THE CHIROPRACTOR.

Answer 3

Just a experience thing.....a few years back I decided to get an equine dentist.  The floating turned out to be one of the most traumatic things my horses have ever been through...they were out of commission for weeks and developed infections in the bleeding and inflamed, painful gums and tooth sockets...it cost a fortune for the dentist and another fortune to fix the damage.  be careful and get references.  My regular vet does my horse's teeth again now.  She removes the tartar and files them down...my horses are 21 and 22....not a problem at all when my regular vet does them.