New Integrative Medicines for Preventative Healthcare Treatment of Arthritis in Adult Dogs
Radio “Pet Vet" Host & Veterinarian Dr. Randy Aronson to Feature Integrative Medicine for Pets this Saturday, August 13, 2011.
Tucson, Arizona (PRWEB) August 12, 2011
The Arthritis Foundation recently reported that arthritis affects one in every five adult dogs in the U.S. and is one of the most common sources of chronic pain that veterinarians treat. Dr Randy Aronson, host of the popular “Pet Vet” Radio Show and a renowned expert on Integrative medicines and healthier lifestyles for pets, believes that the approach to better human health can also be applied to pet health.
Dr. Aronson will be featured tomorrow Journal Broadcasting’s 104.1 FM, ‘The Truth’, Tucson News Talk FM and on the internet at http://www.1041thetruth.com from 8-10AM PST.
“Arthritis doesn’t just affect people, it can also affect your pet,” said Dr. Aronson. “In fact, an estimated 1.5 million adult dogs suffers from this painful, degenerative joint disease, which can seriously reduce your pet’s mobility and quality of life.”
Preventative Healthcare and Integrative medicine is an “effective treatment of many Dog and Cat medical conditions, as well as offers significant health benefits,” said Dr. Aronson. Research indicates that although the incidence of arthritis tends to increase with age, it can also affect dogs of any age, breed, or size.
“We have been amazed at the significant increase of cases of younger aged dogs requiring arthritic rehabilitation at PAWS Integrative Veterinary Center,” said Dr. Aronson. “It is definitely a growing problem, but the good news is that there are several alternatives to manage and reduce the pain. improve wellness and raise the bar on the quality of life for our arthritic 4-legged best friends.”
The recent economy downturn is not only playing havoc with the lives of human beings, but also with domesticated animals — especially dogs and cats preventive healthcare. This year has seen a significant increase in the number of older dogs that are brought in for treatment. Here are preventative and treatment steps that may help pets:
1. Food therapy””switching pets to high quality protein, grain-free diets.
2. Grain-free treats or whole fruits and vegetables, avoiding onions, grapes, raisins, and tomatoes.
3. Rehabilitation or veterinary (physical therapy) examination, x-rays and lab work
4. Supplements to improve joint health
5. Supplements to improve nerve health
6. Underwater Treadmill therapy
Join Dr. Aronson Saturday between 8-10am PST on KQTH, 104.1 FM in Tucson and on the Internet at http://www.1041thetruth.com. The Radio Pet Vet will feature some integrative techniques including: stretching, range of motion, as well as home exercise and stretching programs.
Dr Aronson has a special offer through his The Radio Pet Vet for Arthritis Supplements : Text “PetVet” to 69852 and receive 15% savings for all supplements at 2Docs.net comprehensive line of pet vitamins and dietary supplements.
ABOUT P.A.W.S
Dr. Randy Aronson graduated from George Washington University and received his Veterinary Medical Degree from the University of Pennsylvania. He shares his practical insights with wisdom and humor as the Radio Pet Vet on KQTH,104.1 FM in Tucson and on the Internet at http://www.1041thetruth.com on Saturday mornings, between 8-10 am PST . Aronson has owned a successful practice helping and healing animals for 30 years. Dr. Aronson often is able to suggest another approach to your difficult pet problems and uses his training in acupuncture, e-stem, laser therapy, nutritional counseling, vitamins, supplements, rehabilitation medicine and traditional Chinese medicine to solve health problems. To ensure quality and accountability for the safety and benefit of his patients, he directs and co-formulates 2Docs, a comprehensive line of pet vitamins and dietary supplements.
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