In this month's episode, we welcome veterinarian Dr Alison Shen to discuss everything acupuncture and joint health.

Dr Alison Shen has a keen interest in acupuncture and traditional Chinese medicine, embracing a holistic approach to animal health and wellbeing. She completed her Certificate in Veterinary Acupuncture through the International Veterinary Acupuncture Society in 2008 and has also earned a Certificate in Clinical Integrative Canine Rehabilitation from the College of Integrative Veterinary Therapies. Dr Shen practices in Brisbane and travels to Sydney, once a month as part of her business, The Acupuncture Vet.​

​She also runs the popular Future Vet Kids Camp in various locations in Australia and they are both part of the team of veterinarians on the TV show – Bondi Vet.

 

Topics discussed include:
Dr Alison's journey to becoming a veterinary acupuncturist.
The most common reason pet owners seek acupuncture treatment for their animals. 
How does acupuncture work to reduce pain and inflammation?
What happens during a typical consultation with Dr Shen?
The frequency of treatment most patients require.
How early can pain reduction be noticed and what to expect after treatment?
Tools and techniques that pet parents can use at home to continue with their pet's management.
What modalities does Dr Alison offer to her patients and for which cases?
Dr Alison explains the difference between acupuncture and electroacupuncture.
How can veterinarians get certified in veterinary acupuncture?
Dr Alison's takeaway from today's episode.

 

Acupuncture certification courses:

International Veterinary Acupuncture Society

Home | College of Integrative Veterinary Therapies

Veterinary Acupuncture - Chi University

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In this month's episode, we welcome veterinarian Dr Alison Shen to discuss everything acupuncture and joint health.
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Topics discussed include:
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<li>Dr Alison's journey to becoming a veterinary acupuncturist.</li>
<li>The most common reason pet owners seek acupuncture treatment for their animals.&nbsp;</li>
<li>How does acupuncture work to reduce pain and inflammation?</li>
<li>What happens during a typical consultation with Dr Shen?</li>
<li>The frequency of treatment most patients require.</li>
<li>How early can pain reduction be noticed and what to expect after treatment?</li>
<li>Tools and techniques that pet parents can use at home to continue with their pet's management.</li>
<li>What modalities does Dr Alison offer to her patients and for which cases?</li>
<li>Dr Alison explains the difference between acupuncture and electroacupuncture.</li>
<li>How can veterinarians get certified in veterinary acupuncture?</li>
<li>Dr Alison's takeaway from today's episode.</li>
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Acupuncture certification courses:
<a href="https://www.ivas.org/">International Veterinary Acupuncture Society</a>
<a href="https://civtedu.org/">Home | College of Integrative Veterinary Therapies</a>
<a href="https://chiu.edu/courses/cva">Veterinary Acupuncture - Chi University</a>
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The Pure Animal Podcast shares cutting edge science, clinical wisdom, and inspiration on integrative veterinary medicine. Each month, we interview industry experts who explore the fields of joint health, dermatology, internal medicine, integrative and functional medicine and allied health modalities. Our mission is to create a world where integrative veterinary medicine is accessible to all, to empower and inspire other veterinary professionals and pet parents alike, and to ultimately improve the health and wellbeing of pets. Host Dr Sarah Howard is a veterinarian and lifelong student of natural health.

The Pure Animal Podcast shares cutting edge science, clinical wisdom, and inspiration on integrative veterinary medicine. Each month, we interview industry experts who explore the fields of joint health, dermatology, internal medicine, integrative and functional medicine and allied health modalities. Our mission is to create a world where integrative veterinary medicine is accessible to all, to empower and inspire other veterinary professionals and pet parents alike, and to ultimately improve the health and wellbeing of pets. Host Dr Sarah Howard is a veterinarian and lifelong student of natural health.

The Pure Animal Podcast aims to enlighten listeners about an integrative approach to veterinary medicine. Each month, we interview practitioners at the forefront of this field who share their insight and experience with the ultimate goal of benefiting the well-being and health of animals.

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Dr Alison Shen has a keen interest in acupuncture and traditional Chinese medicine, embracing a holistic approach to animal health and wellbeing. She completed her Certificate in Veterinary Acupuncture through the International Veterinary Acupuncture Society in 2008 and has also earned a Certificate in Clinical Integrative Canine Rehabilitation from the College of Integrative Veterinary Therapies. Dr Shen practices in Brisbane and travels to Sydney, once a month as part of her business, The Acupuncture Vet.​