Northwest Veterinary Acupuncture

06/28/2023

Mr Darcy enjoyed his acupuncture tune-up today 😴

04/10/2021

Acupuncture can be a great follow up after chiropractic care too. Mr. Darcy is receiving Acupuncture to help keep his muscles relaxed, promote blood flow and promote healing after his adjustment yesterday. He was kicked by another horse several weeks ago and holistic care is helping him recover and feel his best!

12/03/2020

Jolene is a rockstar for her acupuncture treatments to help her manage a neurologic issue in her neck. Shared with owner's permission

08/21/2020

All animals can benefit from acupuncture and are worthy of our love and care ❤

03/13/2020

In the face of the COVID-19 outbreak, NWVA is striving to continue to provide services to you and your pet in a safe manner. If you are not feeling well, please do not hesitate to call or email to reschedule. For those of you bringing patients to the clinic, if you would prefer to wait in your vehicle while your pet is receiving acupuncture, please let me know and we can decrease your risk of exposure to people in close quarters. I will do my best to accommodate special requests as the situation unfolds. Please contact me with any concerns. Sending love and positive thoughts in this stressful time!

-Dr. Megan

01/11/2020

10/25/2019

Everybody can benefit from acupuncture!

Happy ! Pictured is one of our tortoise patients receiving acupuncture to help with pain management and healing.

05/09/2019

Acupuncture Can Help Horses With Chronic Laminitis – The Horse

Many thanks to Dr. May for putting together this research. He is a very talented vet and acupuncturist that I have had the privilege of learning from.

https://thehorse.com/171624/acupuncture-can-help-horses-with-chronic-laminitis/

Laminitis can be challenging to treat, but using acupuncture in conjunction with traditional therapies might improve results, one study found. Here’s how.

03/05/2019

Effect of Targeted Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Therapy on Canine Postoperative Hemilaminectomy: A Double-Blind, Randomized, Placebo-Controlled Clinical Trial

The Assisi Loop, a pulsed electro-magnetic field (PEMF) device, is one of several non-drug modalities we offer to help improve your pet's life. Here is some latest research demonstrating faster healing and return to function. https://jaaha.org/doi/abs/10.5326/JAAHA-MS-6798

Article Citation: Leilani X. Alvarez, John McCue, Nathaniel K. Lam, Gulce Askin, and Philip R. Fox (2019) Effect of Targeted Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Therapy on Canine Postoperative Hemilaminectomy: A Double-Blind, Randomized, Placebo-Controlled Clinical Trial. Journal of the American Animal Hos...

01/07/2019

FDA proposes that doctors learn about acupuncture for pain management

And maybe for vets too!
https://www.pbs.org/newshour/health/fda-proposes-doctors-learn-acupuncture-pain-management?utm_sq=fxcupt465a

The Food and Drug Administration released proposed changes Wednesday to its blueprint on educating health care providers about treating pain.

11/19/2018

We would have been happy to share the link to several peer reviewed journal articles that validate the use of acupuncture in animals to the reporter if she had asked. The important thing is that this is helping Cliff the Irish Wolfhound :)

https://www.columbian.com/news/2018/nov/19/working-in-clark-county-dr-megan-wickersham-veterinarian-acupuncturist/

07/18/2018

Is your four legged friend struggling this summer? Is the heat flaring seasonal allergies or joint pain? Let us help you and your pet find a better balance through acupuncture and traditional Chinese herbal formulas. Call to set up a consultation today! 360-574-3464

07/06/2018

Out of the office July 6th-15th. All calls and emails will be returned on the 16th. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

03/20/2018

Best of Clark County

Proud to be nominated for the Columbian Best of Clark County 2018. Please vote for us.

The listing is actually under Amazia Veterinary Service.

Thank you for your support!

Since 2008 people who love Clark County have voted for their top favorites and you’ll find the winners here. Best of Clark County winners include locally owned businesses as well as nationally known companies.

01/09/2018

Northwest Veterinary Acupuncture's cover photo

03/14/2017

Acupuncture isn't just limited to companion animals and horses. Treating this cute lamb who is having trouble with his hind legs!

09/01/2016

Sometimes we all have a bad day and are not feeling great, including my Silky Terrier named Wendy. X-rays and blood work at the clinic were unremarkable, so doing some acupuncture to help her back and hind end feel better. First full treatment ever....and she fell asleep!

04/10/2016

Treating Animals With Acupuncture

Some animals have been receiving acupuncture for almost as long as people have—as far back as 2,500 years ago. Is the practice beneficial? http://on.natgeo.com/1VFQAqp

March 31, 2016 - Horses have been receiving acupuncture for almost as long as people have—since the practice began in China some 2,500 years ago. As beasts of burden, horses were of tremendous value to the Chinese, and their health was almost as important as that of their owners. Today veterinary ac…

01/07/2016

Thank you for your interest in Veterinary Acupuncture! I will be taking some time off until the end of January recuperating from surgery. If you are interested in scheduling an appointment please email me at [email protected]
I apologize for any inconvenience.

I can also give you guidance in finding another provider in the meantime if you have an urgent case.

May you and pets have a Happy New Yeat!

07/21/2015

Paralyzed Puppy With Little Hope Cured by Acupuncture!

Another acupuncture success!

This cute puppy came in to the Asheville Humane Society with an injured spine, paralyzed, with virtually no hope. What acupuncture did will blow your mind!

07/03/2015

I get paid to be an animal acupuncturist

Proud to say one of my instructors...

Kevin May’s clients are furry, four-legged, and full of needles by the time he’s done with them.

04/24/2015

Old Dog, New Trick: Acupuncture - New York Times

http://www.nytimes.com/2008/03/13/fashion/13Cyber.html?n=Top%2FNews%2FScience%2FTopics%2FAnimals&_r=0

See Otto mope. See Otto pricked with needles. See Otto go!

09/11/2013

GV 20! (a point on the top of the head used for calming :)

09/11/2013

We now see small animal acupuncture patients at Cascade Park Animal Hospital on Tuesday mornings. Give them a call or check out their website www.cascadeparkanimalhospital.com

08/30/2013

Acupuncture helps ailing albino alligator in Brazil

Fun acupuncture story of the week!

Bino's back was killing him. He was suffering from scoliosis. He couldn't move his legs, two of them anyway, and his tail just wouldn't swish. What's an albino alligator in that sort of health bind to do? Acupuncture, naturally.

08/07/2013

Northwest Veterinary Acupuncture | Dr. Megan Wickershm, DVM, CVA

Helped check horses and other critters into the Clark County Fair this morning. Be sure to get your friend in top competitive shape this show season with an acupuncture tune up! Or show you pal some appreciation for all of their hard work and athleticism with a treatment designed to relieve post-workout soreness and pain.

visit www.nwvetacupuncture.com for more details

Welcome to Northwest Veterinary AcupuncturePosted on July 4, 2013 by megwickdvmReplyWe provide mobile, at-home veterinary acupuncture to equine and canine patients. Please see our Services page for a detailed account of our services and prices. For additional information or questions, please call…

02/06/2013

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See our story published today in The Reflector: http://www.thereflector.com/eedition/page_940d0bde-22fa-58a4-98e8-c2319475f4a1.html

The Newspaper with Integrity

01/31/2013

Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine (PBS Spotlight)

Check out this PBS special on veterinary acupuncture.

http://balancedpetsnw.com Dr. Hope Valentine's teachers Dr. Xie & Dr. Cheryl Chrisman are featured in a PBS Spotlight aired in November 2012 about Traditiona...

01/31/2013

01/31/2013

There will be a gift certificate for a Free Initial Exam with Acupuncture and Mileage Credit available for bidding on at the Adopt-A-Horse Buckaroo Bash during Horse Expo 2013 at the Clark County Event Center Saturday February 16 at 7:30pm. Please come support a great organization and bid on wonderful prizes!