Complementary Medicine for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses 2nd Edition

Your Practical Guide to Complementary Veterinary Medicine

This book is a timely update of a practical reference, providing a broad overview of complementary veterinary medicine designed for technicians and nurses. It covers the most commonly used complementary modalities, with an explanation of each modality, its historical background, procedure guidelines, and usefulness, along with practical tips.

Key Features

• Wide Range of Modalities: A range of both common and lesser-known modalities are covered, including physical therapy, holistic nutrition, acupuncture, chiropractic, herbal medicine, homeopathy, aromatherapy, and grief counseling.
• Integrative Approach: The book outlines the respective roles of technicians and veterinarians throughout, providing thorough coverage of integrative veterinary medicine in a user-friendly, digestible format.
• Practical Applications: It includes practical tips and covers advanced topics such as cold laser therapy, magnetic therapy, ozone therapy, prolotherapy, detoxification, and nutraceuticals.
• Clinical Resources: The book provides clinically-relevant patient history and release forms, a glossary of terms, quick reference charts, and contact information for additional resources and training.
• Skill Development: The text enables readers to assist with procedures associated with holistic medicine and knowledgeably discuss treatment options with clients.
• Broad Audience: An essential resource for veterinary technicians and nurses, along with veterinarians and dedicated pet owners who wish to move beyond basic consumer resources.