Chiropractic & Spinal Manipulations

Adjust Align Achieve - When your horse moves better, everything else follows.

Chiropractic care addresses restrictions in the spine and joints that affect how your horse moves, feels, and performs. When vertebrae aren't moving freely, the body compensates, and those compensation patterns show up as stiffness, soreness, resistance, or a performance plateau that's hard to explain any other way.

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Dr. Kristen is one of a small number of DVMs in the Phoenix metro area certified through the American Veterinary Chiropractic Association, meaning her adjustments are grounded in both veterinary anatomy and specialized chiropractic training. That combination matters.

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A Good Fit If Your Horse:

• Has recurring stiffness or soreness without a clear diagnosis

• Is resistant or uneven in one direction

• Has recently had a fall, injury, or hard season

• Is in regular work and due for maintenance care

• Just came off the track and is beginning a new career

What to Expect:
Adjustments are performed at your barn. Dr. Kristen will evaluate spinal mobility before and after treatment and walk you through what she finds. Many horses show visible relaxation during and after their adjustment, and owners often notice changes in movement and attitude within days.

Maintenance & Performance Care:
For horses in regular work, chiropractic isn't just a fix, it's part of a performance maintenance plan. How often your horse benefits from an adjustment depends on their workload, discipline, and what's going on in their body, but most horses in active work do well with routine care every 4 to 8 weeks.

Think of it the way you think about farrier visits or dental care, not something you do when there's a problem, but something you do to prevent one and keep your athlete feeling and moving their best throughout the season.

Dr. Kristen will give you a personalized recommendation after the initial evaluation so you're not guessing at a schedule.

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Frequently Asked Questions:

What is equine chiropractic?
Equine chiropractic is a hands-on treatment that restores range of motion in the spine and joints, improving comfort, movement quality, and performance. Adjustments are performed by Dr. Kristen, who is certified through the American Veterinary Chiropractic Association.

Is chiropractic safe for horses?
Yes, when performed by a certified provider who understands equine anatomy and biomechanics. Dr. Kristen's veterinary background means she can also recognize when a symptom needs a different kind of care first.

How do I know if my horse needs an adjustment?
Common signs include stiffness, reluctance to bend or pick up a lead, uneven muscle development, or a subtle change in performance that doesn't have an obvious cause. If something feels off but nothing shows up clearly, that's worth a call.

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