She graduated from the University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine in 2008. After completing a one year internship at Elgin Veterinary Hospital, Equine division, she worked in private equine practice in North Texas. In 2011 she attended Options for Animals in Wellsville Kansas, the oldest Animal Chiropractic school. After completing the Essentials course, Dr. Kirsten became certified th
rough the International Veterinary Chiropractic Association. She is licensed in Minnesota, Texas and Oklahoma. Animal Chiropractics focuses on maintenance of the neuro-musculo-skeletal system. The brain and spinal cord are the command centers of the body and control everything that occurs in an animal's body. The spinal cord is protected and housed inside the spine (vertebral column); a complex frame of bones, ligaments, tendons and nerves. Decreased mobility in the spine can alter the performance of the nerves as they pass out of the spine and branch out to the organs and muscles of the body. If the nervous system is not functioning properly the animal cannot function properly. This dysfunction can manifest as stiffness, gait abnormality, pain or even organ dysfunction. Chiropractic treatment focuses on restoring proper motion to the vertebrae and therefore a well functioning nervous system. An animal chiropractor uses their exam to find vertebral subluxation complexes (areas of restriction). The animal chiropractor then uses a very precise thrust on the immobile structure to restore mobility and allow proper neurological function. Animal chiropractics is not meant to replace primary veterinary care, but instead be used in conjunction for a comprehensive approach to the well-being of the animal. Dr. Kirsten completed the Traditional Chinese Veterinary Acupuncture course through the Chi University in 2017 and became certified in 2018, earning her CVA. Traditional Chinese medicine looks at the body and how it functions in a different way than traditional Western medicine. Seeing disease as a symptom of a deficient or excess pattern in the body. This is another tool to help treat animals in both health and disease. Acupuncture has been shown to increase the body's beta-endorphin level, stimulate nerve function and increase circulating stem cells. Recently Magna Wave, a pulsed electromagnetic field therapy(PEMF), was added to the practice. PEMF sends a pulse through the tissues of the body, increasing circulation, and can therefore help reduce inflammation, decrease discomfort and help with healing time from injuries
