providing animal chiropractic and consultation services with integrity in colorado
Frequently used services
Ambulatory Services
Large Animal Initial Chiropractic Examinations (or New Problem Work Up) $140
Large Animal Initial Chiropractic Examinations (or New Problem Work Up) $140
We are happy to travel further to reach you or to see your animals for other services! Mileage is charged at a minimum $50 fee for animals at separate locations. Please discuss your location and day of travel for mileage estimates.
Multiple clients in a single location will receive split mileage (same location), while different locations in a similar region/direction of travel are eligible for reduced mileage based on number of clients for that trip.
Please view the travel schedule page for up-to-date distance traveling locations and hospitals to try to get the most cost effective time for services to your area.
Large Animal Initial Chiropractic Examinations (or New Problem Work Up) $140
Large Animal Initial Chiropractic Examinations (or New Problem Work Up) $140
Large Animal Initial Chiropractic Examinations (or New Problem Work Up) $140
For new clients or for existing clients with new problems needing work-up with a large animal (equine or livestock)
Estimated Time: 75+ minutes
Includes:
- History and Animal Introductions
- Conformation evaluation
- Brief gait evaluation (walk - trot on the straight)
- Body scan using Masterson Technique
- Musculoskeletal exam
- Motion palpation of the joints (neck, back, pelvis, limbs**)
- Chiropractic adjustments
- Fascia release or stretching techniques if deemed appropriate
- Emailed medical record
**Limb work is done with all willing/safe animals
If your animal is found to have any medically concerning conditions or areas that requires further diagnostic evaluation, you will be referred back to your primary veterinarian for such care for the safety and well-being of your animal.
Large Animal Follow-Up Chiropractic Examinations $95
Large Animal Initial Chiropractic Examinations (or New Problem Work Up) $140
Large Animal Follow-Up Chiropractic Examinations $95
For existing clients receiving follow-up/maintenance care on equine or livestock patients
**If you are a returning client with new concerns or wanting more time dedicated to your horse with complimentary care techniques, please request a New Problem Exam or indicate the additional services wanted so enough time is dedicated to your appointment**
Estimated Time: 30-45 minutes
Includes:
- Progress discussion
- Brief body scan and musculoskeletal palpation recheck
- Motion palpation (neck, back, pelvis, limbs**)
- Chiropractic adjustments
- Emailed medical records
**Limb work is done with all willing/safe animals
Small Animal Initial Chiropractic Examinations $90
Small Animal Follow-Up Chiropractic Evaluations $70
Large Animal Follow-Up Chiropractic Examinations $95
For new clients or for existing clients with new problems needing work-up with companion animals
Estimated time: 30-45 minutes
Includes:
- History and animal introductions
- Conformation evaluation
- Gait evaluation as able (Bringing video of cats moving at home are helpful!)
- Musculoskeletal exam
- Neurologic deficit evaluation
- Motion palpation (neck, back, pelvis, limbs)
- Chiropractic adjustments
- Emailed medical records
If your animal is found to have any medically concerning conditions or areas that requires further diagnostic evaluation, you will be referred back to your primary veterinarian for such care for the safety and well-being of your animal.
Small Animal Follow-Up Chiropractic Evaluations $70
Small Animal Follow-Up Chiropractic Evaluations $70
Small Animal Follow-Up Chiropractic Evaluations $70
For existing clients receiving follow-up/maintenance care for their companion animals
Estimated time: 20-30 minutes
Includes:
- Progress discussion
- Brief Musculoskeletal exam
- Motion palpation (neck, back, pelvis, limbs)
- Chiropractic adjustments
- Emailed medical records
Ambulatory General Wellness Examinations $55-$70
Small Animal Follow-Up Chiropractic Evaluations $70
Small Animal Follow-Up Chiropractic Evaluations $70
For any animals that need a full general wellness exam. This is for animals that owners would like a general overall health exam, or those that have not seen a provider in the last year that are seeking chiropractic care. If receiving a health examination in addition to chiropractic services, the fee is $55. If animal needs a health exam, but no other services, then the fee is $70, as a brief musculoskeletal examination without chiropractic is still necessary as part of a full wellness evaluation. Completing chiropractic work without an accurate understanding of an animals general health carries risk. If a health risk is found that requires further medical attention prior to safe adjustments, clients will be directed back to a primary care provider.
Estimated time: 15-30 minutes pending history and owner discussion
Includes:
- Physical exam
- Auscultation of heart, lungs, and gut sounds (large animal)
- body condition evaluation and diet discussion
- Musculoskeletal palpation
- Dental evaluation as an animal allows
- Brief neurologic overview
- Time to discuss overall health and well-being
- Emailed medical record and referrals as necessary
**If you are receiving small animal care at a clinic location, wellness examination pricing will follow that clinic's pricing
Super Pulsed Laser Therapy
Targeted Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Therapy (PEMF)
Targeted Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Therapy (PEMF)
The use of a hand-hold Multi Radiance laser system to deliver light energy through the tissue at a determined dosage based on your pet's needs. This non-invasive therapy reduces pain and enhances microcirculation by boosting cellular efficiency. It can also be used to provide Laserpuncture services (needleless acupuncture-style therapy) for pain management. Laser therapy is recommended for some of the following conditions:
- Anxiety and nervous tension prior to chiropractic therapy
- Osteoarthritis and tendonitis
- Hip dysplasia
- Elbow dysplasia
- Areas of swelling
- Trauma
- Lumbosacral disease
- Otitis
- Lick granulomas
- Lymphangitis
**Treatment pricing is based on whether the patient is receiving other services, such as chiropractic care or medical examination. Laser, such as laserpuncture, can be requested as a single service, and laser rental for long term conditions can also be discussed with the Doctor.**
Targeted Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Therapy (PEMF)
Targeted Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Therapy (PEMF)
Targeted Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Therapy (PEMF)
The use of Assisi LOOP ® products or petsPEMF products to provide a microcurrent through the tissue that stimulates cellular repair. These loops can accelerate healing, lower pain, lower inflammation and lower swelling. Dr. Bacon can help you determine if this therapy is right for your pet and then help to design a long-term at home program for therapy. Loops are easy to use, portable, and at your convenience. PetsPEMF beds are flexible and rechargeable and may be another option for your pet depending on his or her ailments. These therapies can be used alone or adjunctively with other therapies to treat the following conditions:
- Post-surgical healing
- Bone and joint injuries
- Internal inflammation such as pancreatitis
- Age or injury related pains such as osteoarthritis
- Some spinal and nerve disorders
Kinesiology Taping
Targeted Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Therapy (PEMF)
Kinesiology Taping
Kinesiology taping is the application of a special form of tape in prescribed patterns and forms based on the condition being treated. This is a non-invasive procedure, and tape can last anywhere from 3-14 days depending on area of treatment, coat length, humidity, and lifestyle of your animal. Common conditions where the application of tape can be beneficial include:
- Neurologic conditions where proprioceptive deficits are occurring
- Fascial tension and compression
- Areas of swelling
- Areas in need of light support like tendons
- Back pain secondary to sway-back, kissing spines, or other compression based discomfort
**Pricing dependent on whether part of multimodal therapy package or a single targeted site treatment**
Other Services
Examination and Consultation Services
(Other Service Costs are Based on Time or Per Treatment)
- Multimodal Adjunctive Pain Management (30 minute)
- Quality of Life (per 30 minute block)
- Neurologic (per 30 minute block)
- Lameness (20 minute blocks)
- Rehabilitation Exercises (per 20 minute block)
- Saddle Fit (per 15 minute block)
- Rehabilitation Program Development
- General Health Extended (Behavioral, Weight Loss)
- Second Opinion (DVM/DC request)
Additional Modalities
We love to work with other professionals for an integrated health program including other veterinarians, acupuncturists, massage therapists and farriers! If your animal is in need of additional therapies not listed, please let us know and we can try to help you connect with another professional.
If you are a professional service provider in our area, please reach out to Dr. Bacon via phone or email to let her know what services you can provide and in which locations!
Referral and Relief Services for Veterinarians
Dr. Bacon is happy to provide specialty consulting services to your clients in need of chiropractic care. If you have multiple clients or cases of concern, setting up dates of service at your facility can streamline care if further diagnostic imaging may be indicated. Please contact our office to discuss options that meet your needs. Providers or clients are welcome to contact us in cases of referral.
Chiropractic care is to be used complementary to traditional veterinary medicine. Dr. Bacon completes records utilizing a chiropractic medical record system that allows formation of discharge instructions to the client, but also a medical record to go back to the primary care provider for integrated care.
Dr. Bacon is sometimes available for relief veterinary care in addition to her services. Please reach out well in advance to discuss possible options should you desire relief services.