Horse Chiropractic Care in Henderson, Nevada

Yes, absolutely. Dr. Bradshaw provides travel services for horses throughout the greater Las Vegas and Henderson region, including barns, stables, and multi-animal locations. There is no need to trailer your horse anywhere or disrupt their routine. We come to you. The Southern Nevada area has a real equestrian community, from the stables out near Boulder City to properties in the outskirts of North Las Vegas and beyond, and we are set up to serve horse owners across the region. When you call to schedule, we will work out the logistics and travel details with you directly. Reach us at 702-410-5354

Your vet and your animal chiropractor are both important parts of your horse's care team, but they focus on different things. Traditional veterinary care addresses illness, injury, diagnostics, medications, and surgical intervention. Chiropractic care focuses specifically on the biomechanical health of the spine, joints, and nervous system. Most practicing equine veterinarians have not been trained in procedures to perform a thorough functional biomechanical evaluation of the equine spinal column and joints, which is why chiropractic care works best when integrated with traditional veterinary approaches rather than replacing them. UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine In practical terms, your vet may diagnose and treat a lameness issue with medications or imaging, while Dr. Bradshaw addresses the compensatory tension, restricted joints, and nerve interference that often develop alongside or because of that issue. The two approaches complement each other well.

When performed by a certified professional, equine chiropractic is considered safe and should not be painful for your horse. A chiropractic adjustment should not hurt an animal if performed correctly. Mild muscle soreness can be expected as the body adjusts to an improved posture, but this is temporary. UA Cooperative Extension The adjustment itself uses a quick, precise, high-speed and low-force movement, not the heavy-handed force some people imagine. Some horses may show mild soreness or slight sensitivity after a session as their bodies adapt to the changes in alignment, but this typically resolves within a day or two. Frequine Dr. Bradshaw holds her AVCA certification, which requires specific training in equine anatomy and technique beyond standard chiropractic training. That specialized knowledge is what makes the difference between a safe, effective session and one that causes harm. Certification matters, and in Nevada it is required.

Many horse owners notice a difference after just the first visit, particularly with acute issues. For longer-standing problems, it often takes a short series of sessions to see meaningful, lasting change. A clinical study applying four chiropractic treatment sessions over three weeks noted improvements in subjective measures of lameness, back muscle pain, and neck and back stiffness in horses. PubMed Central After the initial course of care, maintenance visits depend heavily on how hard your horse works. It is common for horses with heavy workloads or those in show season to be seen every three weeks, while horses in lighter training or used primarily for pleasure may only need a visit every three months or so. SmartPak Equine Dr. Bradshaw will give you a clear sense of what to expect after the initial evaluation. The goal, as always, is to get your horse feeling and moving better and to teach you what to watch for between visits.