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Dr. Hedley Marks is now certified to treat your pet's conditions with the use of acupuncture.

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I am excited to have this additional therapeutic option to offer many of my patients.

What is Acupuncture?
Acupuncture is the stimulation of specific points on the body, which have the ability to alter various biochemical and physiological conditions in order to achieve a healing effect. It is not a cure-all, but it works well where indicated and when used alone or in combination with traditional veterinary medicine. Veterinary acupuncture has been used to treat animals for nearly 4,000 years in China. In North America, it has been used for decades in both domestic and exotic animals. I utilize a contemporary neuroanatomical approach to acupuncture known as medical acupuncture. It is one of a variety of therapies a veterinarian may use to treat your pet.

How Does Acupuncture Work?
Ancient Chinese medical philosophy believes that disease is a result of an imbalance of energy in the body. Acupuncture is used to resolve imbalances and assist the body in healing disease. In Western terms, acupuncture can assist the body's efforts to heal itself by causing certain physiological changes. These include the release of neurotransmitters from the brain as well as the release of the body's natural pain killing hormones, endorphin and enkephalin. Acupuncture stimulates nerves, relieves muscle spasms and increases blood circulation as well as stimulating the body's immune or defensive system along with other beneficial effects.

What Are Some of the Uses of Acupuncture?
Acupuncture bridges a gap between medicine and surgery. Acupuncture is used primarily when medications are ineffective, not working, or are contradicted due to side effects. It is often, and widely used when surgery is not feasible. Acupuncture is known to have therapeutic effects in a wide variety of animal diseases and conditions. Pain modification is an important application of veterinary acupuncture, but there are many other applications. Examples of clinical conditions where acupuncture may be used are as follows;
Gastrointestinal problems or disorders
Urogenital and kidney disease
Musculoskeletal, such as neck, back, pelvic and arthritic pain
Neurological dysfunction
Eye and ear disease
Respiratory conditions
Dermatological problems

How Long Do Acupuncture Treatments Last? How Often are They Needed?
The length and frequency of treatments depends on the specific condition of your pet. Stimulation of an individual acupuncture point may be for as little as 10 seconds or as long as 20 minutes. Generally, acute problems require less time and frequency of treatment than severe or chronic cases. For example, an acute sprain may require just one treatment, whereas more severe or chronic ailments may require multiple treatments. A positive response is generally seen after the first to third treatment in chronic cases. Once optimum response is achieved, treatments are tapered off so the greatest amount of symptom-free time elapses between them.

About Dr Hedley Marks.
Originally from England, Dr Marks graduated from Purdue University's College of Veterinary Medicine. He owned and operated a companion animal practice in Walpole, Massachusetts for over twenty years, before moving to the lower Cape Cod area. In addition, he has practiced in Colorado, Vermont, and Bermuda. Dr Marks is a certified veterinary acupuncturist, qualifying in veterinary medical acupuncture from the Colorado State University.

Address: 33 Broadway, Norwood, MA 02062, USA
Phone: (781) 255-5151
State: Massachusetts
Zip Code: 02062


Opening Hours

Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 12:00 – 7:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed

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Reviews
My family pet was seen by Dr. Marks at this current location several times by other family members and later myself . Dr. Marks is reasonably competent and a very experienced in his years of practice. His current locations is easy to reach. He had a location in Walpole that was better equiped and staffed, His current co-practiioner is not as experienced as Dr. Marks and I would rather see him simply due to his years of experience. The rest of his staff is good and easy to deal with. They like their daily schedule full and weekends off. This may be as much as a business decision as much as a matter of the work life balance considering that the practice is small. My pet is was recently sick and I had to wait 3 days for an appointment. I am unhappy about that and would perfer that the see pets during what I consider an emergency. However, they will work with you and see that your pet has the best outcome.
8 years ago (04-08-2017)
If I could give 10 stars I wouldn't hesitate at all!! Dr Marks is extremely experienced and knowledgeable in his veterinary practice, but also very good common sense wise! He has collected the best staff to help work his practice, they are all pleasant and very caring! You couldn't find a better place to bring your family members (pets) for their annual check ups and overall health care! I travel an hour and a half to be sure I'm giving my 5 pups the very best!! Wouldn't go anywhere else! Cannot recommend dr marks and his practice enough!
9 years ago (27-09-2016)
I have been going to Dr. Marks with my animals for over 15 years. He is the absolute best ! The staff is incredibly friendly and professional ! I highly recommend a visit to Ashfield Cheyne Veterinary Clinic... I will not bring my two dogs anywhere else but to Dr. Hedley Marks. He is and always will be our favorite Veterinarian !! :)
8 years ago (04-05-2017)
Dr. Marks has been my vet for many years and he is the best very caring
8 years ago (07-03-2017)
I highly recommend Dr. Marks and his entire practice. They are so kind, caring and are excellent with their clients. Love taking Bo to the doctors!!
9 years ago (05-10-2016)
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