Is manipulation safe? Are there dangers?
A. The use of gentle manipulation according to well-tried guidelines is not attended by any special dangers. The method that we use is extremely gentle and runs no risk of doing damage. We even use a special form of chiropractic-type manipulation on dogs with prolapsed disc lesions. It is an essential component of our healing programme for that condition, despite the fears that some vets express about this. The AVMC does admit to a degree of caution about the safety of some of the many unqualified ‘back people’ out in the market place, who may or may not be sensitive to the dangers of over-enthusiastic manipulation and about those who work without the legally-required veterinary referral and supervision.
