01/25/2026
Here is another chiropractic success patient, Clarke, a 7-year-old deaf and partially blind dog. Following a diagnosis of a cruciate tear at Jarrettsville Veterinary Hospital, Clarke was initially recommended to undergo pharmaceutical treatment for several months, after which a surgical consult was advised as the only remaining option. Due to Clarke's age and anxiety-related issues, which necessitated sedation and muzzling for handling, the owner opted to seek a second opinion, as recommended by one of our clients. Notably, we were able to provide an effective treatment for Clarke within 24 hours. Moreover, this approach avoided the need for an unnecessary $8,000 ACL surgery, they were told to schedule ACL surgery for the opposite leg within six months due to potential overcompensation. It is surprising that our colleagues do not refer patients to us. A follow-up post will be made 24 hours after treatment, but prior to discharge, Clarke was already using the affected leg, albeit with mild lameness.
On a side note, our chiropractioner and nurse Patty was able to comfortably handle Clark without sedation and was very comfortable in her care. Sometimes a little bit of love, trust, patience, and energy is all that is necessary to handle what seems like a difficult or aggressive patient. This is not cafeteria style medicine. You need to give each patient as much time as is needed to treat them appropriately and not be on a time limit.
