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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