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This coincides with Pain Awareness Month in humans, to highlight how pain affects both humans and pets alike. As people, we often vocalize our and we expect our pets to do the same. But pets rarely vocalize when they have pain, especially chronic pain! This is due to a self-preservation instinct. However, there are plenty of signs that show our pets may be dealing with pain. What are possible signs of pain in my dog or cat? Decreased activity, play, or energy Refusing or hesitating to go up or downstairs Reluctance to jump on/off furniture (especially cats!) Difficulty standing up from lying down Stiffness after resting Frequently shifting positions when lying down New hesitance to walk on tile or hardwood surfaces Decreased appetite (from mouth pain or other pain) Over-grooming, licking, or chewing the same area on the body Limping or uneven gait when walking or running Behavioral changes (such as less sociable/friendly, hiding more, aggression, becoming unusually clingy) Having accidents in the house or eliminating outside of the litter box How can I manage my pet’s pain? There are many ways to approach pain management in dogs and cats. This is based on severity of pain, acute vs chronic injuries, and other health issues your pet may have. Multimodal pain management using pain medication, acupuncture, traditional Chinese herbals medications, manual treatment therapies such as Tui-na (traditional Chinese therapeutic massage), and weight management and diet is the most effective way to treat pain. https://www.imvetcare.com/home daily 1.0 2023-11-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f500b68c41ef461e6e92024/1655304700827-VU387ZLY1XMNX7QY8W2I/acupuncture-pic-500x321.jpg Pet acupuncture - serving Newburgh, NY and surrounding areas https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f500b68c41ef461e6e92024/1655305089722-9FIOQDR59ZAOIPKFAFO8/ACTIVet_PRO_cat_3.jpe Pet acupuncture - serving Newburgh, NY and surrounding areas https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f500b68c41ef461e6e92024/1655305857959-XLBXPLHF1OPRU0GAWU9K/unsplash-image-vuDXJ60mJOA.jpg Pet acupuncture - serving Newburgh, NY and surrounding areas https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f500b68c41ef461e6e92024/1611688443249-802SI1ATTBHQRPFM5ZGI/senior+dog.jpg Pet acupuncture - serving Newburgh, NY and surrounding areas https://www.imvetcare.com/contact-us daily 0.75 2022-06-23 https://www.imvetcare.com/our-team daily 0.75 2026-03-23 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f500b68c41ef461e6e92024/66eba2ff-6a8f-4c03-bb80-c47710b23448/Dr+Wilson.JPEG Our Team - Mercedes Wilson, DVM, CVA, CCRT, CVFT Dr. Wilson graduated magna cum laude from Iona University in New Rochelle, NY, where she received a Bachelor of Science in Biology. She then moved to Ithaca, NY to attend Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine where she earned her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree (DVM). After veterinary school, she completed an intense, year long internship in small animal medicine and surgery at BluePearl Hospital Downtown in Manhattan. To further her education, she attended Chi University and became certified in veterinary acupuncture, traditional Chinese food therapy, and end-of-life care. Dr. Wilson practices integrative medicine, using her extensive Western medical background and traditional Chinese veterinary medical training for a holistic approach to wellness. Dr. Wilson has worked in many different settings, including small animal private practices, emergency and specialty hospitals, shelters, and community veterinary wellness centers. A lifelong New York state resident, she currently resides in Newburgh with her husband and three ginger cats. Education and Certifications Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine, 2011 Chi University Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist (CVA), 2018 Certified Veterinary Food Therapist (CVFT), 2018 Certified TCVM Palliative and End-of-Life Practitioner (CTPEP) candidate Canine Rehabilitation Institute Certified Canine Rehabilitation Specialist (CCRT), 2023 Professional Affiliations American Veterinary Medical Association New York State Veterinary Medical Society Hudson Valley Veterinary Medical Society World Association of Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine American Association of Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine https://www.imvetcare.com/dog-cat-acupuncture daily 0.75 2022-06-15 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f500b68c41ef461e6e92024/1db124c1-3fd4-473f-afe5-0106bb1f3a84/IMG_6714.JPEG Acupuncture https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f500b68c41ef461e6e92024/0c255685-db13-4e8a-aa48-baf20d060943/IMG_0641.JPEG Acupuncture https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f500b68c41ef461e6e92024/e86505e4-ad1a-4805-9a04-86b16c4f45b0/IMG_0183.jpg Acupuncture A relaxing electro-acupuncture session. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f500b68c41ef461e6e92024/8ff80c68-b4c8-4dbe-b060-9c974bbed588/IMG_8653+%281%29.jpg Acupuncture https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f500b68c41ef461e6e92024/411b6296-9d9e-460b-b2bb-5b081b0a74ef/IMG_4031.JPEG Acupuncture https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f500b68c41ef461e6e92024/d15f7caf-d47c-440f-83b1-b387ed98ed09/black+pug+acupuncture.jpg Acupuncture https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f500b68c41ef461e6e92024/1d70a188-6c07-40ca-a0bb-f5f3f5b018ad/IMG_6966.jpeg Acupuncture https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f500b68c41ef461e6e92024/f68172e0-e4f7-4636-93e3-98fc638659c4/cat+electro+acupuncture Acupuncture Acupuncture is one of the oldest practices of traditional Chinese veterinary medicine, and has been safely used for over 3000 years. Needles are placed in specific acupoints on the body, releasing natural pain relieving endorphins, stimulating the immune system, and promoting hormone regulation. Acupuncture is effective for many conditions including chronic pain and arthritis, post-surgical pain, wound healing, intervertebral disc disease (IVDD), paresis and paralysis, gastrointestinal diseases, neurological disorders, cardiovascular and respiratory diseases. Dr. Wilson uses a combination of dry-needle acupuncture, electro-acupuncture, aqua-acupuncture, Chinese herbal medications, and Tui-na (Chinese therapeutic massage) to help your pet feel their best in the comfort of your home. https://www.imvetcare.com/pet-food daily 0.75 2021-10-04 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f500b68c41ef461e6e92024/1612817189047-2EVUQDIDO3ES4HVVBIUZ/homemade+dog+food Nutritional Therapy Food is medicine that you take everyday. Research shows that certain foods can trigger or worsen chronic health conditions, and that other foods have protective, medicinal effects. Food therapy is a central tenet of traditional Chinese veterinary medicine (TCVM), and is helpful in treating a myriad of diseases. Even in a healthy patient, appropriate food therapy is the first step in preventing future illness. Incorporating knowledge of TCVM and Western medicine, Dr. Wilson will help you build the best home cooked or store bought diet for your pet to treat and prevent disease. https://www.imvetcare.com/hospice-dog-cat daily 0.75 2023-07-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f500b68c41ef461e6e92024/f96304d5-7926-4336-a1c9-0cd27bd466f7/dig+in+hospice+care Hospice and End of Life Care Terminally ill pets have unique care needs. Dr. Wilson’s goal is to provide your pet with comfort and dignity to ensure your pet the best quality of life during this time. We do not offer euthanasia services at this time, but we can help you coordinate with a service that provides in home euthanasia. https://www.imvetcare.com/geriatric-dog-cat daily 0.75 2021-11-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f500b68c41ef461e6e92024/1612821658813-81VRKOHH78RTPAMORUBL/senior+geriatric+dog Geriatric Care Aging is not a disease, but with age comes disease. Senior and geriatric pets are more susceptible to chronic diseases such as arthritis, kidney insufficiency, cognitive dysfunction, and general decline in overall fitness. With appropriate care our senior companions can live their sunset years comfortably and happily. 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Laser therapy is safe in all animals and can used with acupuncture for enhanced results. Laser acupuncture can even be used in place of traditional acupuncture needles for animals. The goal of laser therapy is to deliver light energy, in the form of photons, to damaged cells. Research has shown that the photons, absorbed by the cells through laser therapy, stimulate the mitochondria to accelerate the production of energy (ATP). This is called photobiomodulation. The biochemical increase in cell energy is used to help diseased cells regenerate and heal. This means less pain and inflammation, and faster healing.