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Abstract:
This video features an animal chiropractor performing diagnostic palpation and adjustments on two large bovines, Dexter and Cashew, residing at the Tamerlaine Sanctuary and Preserve. The chiropractor identifies and addresses specific areas of muscle tension and spinal misalignment in both animals, notably observing and resolving involuntary muscle twitching in the withers area through targeted adjustments. Several adjustments are demonstrated, including the cervical spine (neck), thoracic spine (mid-back/withers), atlas area, and poll. The video also highlights the rescue backstory of Cashew, a male calf saved from the dairy industry, and concludes with a call to support the non-profit sanctuary.
Animal Chiropractic Adjustments for Dexter and Cashew at Tamerlaine Sanctuary
0:22 Meet Dexter: The chiropractor greets Dexter, a large bovine resident at the sanctuary, and begins an assessment.
0:45 Neck Check & Tech Neck: Dexter's neck is examined, with the chiropractor humorously mentioning "tech neck" from texting too much.
1:15 First Neck Adjustment: The chiropractor performs the first gentle adjustment on Dexter's neck.
1:58 Withers Twitch Identified: While examining Dexter's mid-back (thoracic spine/withers), the chiropractor notices significant involuntary muscle twitching, indicating irritation and misalignment.
2:53 Assisted Withers Adjustment (T5): A specific adjustment is performed on Dexter's thoracic spine (identified as T5) to correct the misalignment causing the twitching. Assistance is used to stabilize adjacent vertebrae (T4 & T6). Key Takeaway: The muscle twitching stops immediately following the adjustment.
4:48 Jaw & Atlas Check: The chiropractor assesses the area around Dexter's jaw and atlas (C1 vertebra) for tension.
5:07 Atlas Area Adjustment: An adjustment is delivered to address tightness found near the atlas and mandible.
5:44 Base of Neck Adjustment: Dexter receives another adjustment at the base of his cervical spine.
6:20 Poll Adjustment: An adjustment is performed on Dexter's poll (the area between the ears), noted as a sensitive spot.
7:11 Final Adjustment & Clunk: One more adjustment is performed, accompanied by an audible "clunk."
7:36 Meet Cashew & Backstory: Cashew, another rescued bovine, is introduced. His history is shared: rescued at 2.5 weeks old from a small dairy farm that would have otherwise killed him shortly after birth because he was male. Key Takeaway: Highlights the common fate of male calves in the dairy industry and the importance of sanctuary rescue.
8:58 Cashew's Withers Twitch: Similar to Dexter, Cashew exhibits muscle twitching in his back upon palpation, indicating an area of irritation.
9:21 Cashew's Adjustment: The chiropractor performs an adjustment on Cashew's back to relieve the irritation. Key Takeaway: The twitching resolves after the adjustment is performed.
10:24 Call to Action & Sanctuary Support: Viewers are encouraged to comment, subscribe, and support Tamerlaine Sanctuary and Preserve, a non-profit organization reliant on donations where the chiropractor volunteers.