Animal Medical Center of Skokie
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Veterinary Acupuncture

At AMC

Danylo Butenko, DVM, CVA

Dr Butenko started practicing Animal Acupuncture here at AMC in 2014. Since then many of our patients have benefited from the treatments they've received. When scheduling an acupuncture appointment you will meet with Dr Butenko and your pet will have a 30 minute appointment in the exam room to relax during the process and treatment.

Acupuncture may be defined as the stimulation of a specific point on the body with a specific method, resulting in a therapeutic homeostatic effect. The specific point on the body is called "Shu-xu" or acupuncture point (acupoint). The ancient Chinese people discovered 361 acupoints in human beings and 173 acupoints in animals. 

Modern research shows that acupoints are located in the areas where there is a high density of free nerve endings, mast cells, small arterioles and lymphatic vessels. Most acupoints are motor points. A great number of studies indicate that stimulation of acupoints induce release of beta-endorphin, serotonin and other neurotransmitters. Therefore, acupuncture for pain relief is well supported by these scientific studies. As more studies are conducted, the mechanism of this ancient therapy will be better understood. ​ 
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Office hours
Monday-Thursday 8-6pm
Friday 8-4pm
Saturday 8-3pm
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Animal Medical Center of Skokie
8343 Skokie Blvd.
Skokie, IL  60077
847-673-2616
staff@amcskokie.com
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If there is an urgent issue and it is outside our normal business hours please contact:

Blue Pearl Speciality & Emergency Pet Hospital
3735 W. Dempster
Skokie, IL  60076
847-673-9110
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  • About Our Practice
  • Services
    • Acupuncture
    • Dental Care
  • Our Team
    • Veterinarians
    • Technicians
    • Receptionists
    • Technician Assistants
  • Contact Us
  • Create Petly Page