Animal Osteopathy
Osteopathy for Wildlife
The life constraints of wildlife animals in relation to their physiological needs are real. The principles of osteopathy apply to all forms of fauna. With regard to zoo and wildlife patients the need to working with allied professionals is paramount to the successful outcome of any treatment program.
How can osteopathy help a wild animal ?
Osteopathy can play a crucial role in conservation efforts by providing treatment for injured wildlife. When wild animals suffer injuries due to various factors such as accidents, human interaction, or environmental challenges, prompt and effective medical intervention is essential to maximise their chances of survival and eventual release back into their natural habitat.
Prior to any hands on work there will be rigorous health and safety procedures put in place. Osteopathy will be beneficial for biomechanical issues, improving the physical and psyche of captive species, and offer significant reductions in time for animals to be returned to the wild.
Here's how osteopathy can contribute to wildlife conservation through the treatment of injured animals:
What to except and how to care after the treatment?
Treatments start a healing response that triggers changes to occur within the animals body. Any onset of symptoms or an increase in pain is referred to as the “rebound effect” or “healing crisis”. This can often be quite a tiring experience and some animals can feel soreness for a day or so after an osteopathic treatment; it is often an indication of increased circulation and removal of toxins.
For this reason it is crucial to provide a quiet and stress-free environment for recovery to the treated animal. The results of a treatment are seen after a few days or weeks depending the body’s ability to adapt these changes.
By providing attentive care and monitoring following osteopathic treatment, you can help ensure the best possible outcome for the wild animal's recovery and eventual return to its natural habitat. Collaboration between osteopaths, veterinarians, and wildlife rehabilitators is essential to provide comprehensive care and support for injured wildlife.
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