Acupuncture
This modality is well established and is handled by the Australian Veterinary Acupuncture Group. There are many vets who belong to both the AVAG and AHV but as there are a number of vets whose only natural therapy in practice is acupuncture, the groups exist separately.
The AVAG runs an excellent and internationally accredited certificate course for vets in Australia in conjunction with the International Veterinary Acupuncture Society (IVAS). The course is run approximately every 2 years and is highly recommended for vets interested in using acupuncture. Introductory and further education lectures are also presented in conjunction with the annual AVA conference.
Conditions which can respond particularly well to acupuncture include back pain, spinal disc prolapse, feline sinusitis, hip and stifle arthritis, incontinence and cystitis. Many other conditions also show good to excellent response.
For more information about the AVAG or to locate a veterinary acupuncture practitioner in Australia use the link below