Laser therapy is a noninvasive treatment designed to reduce pain and inflammation and speed healing. This treatment is quickly becoming standard of care in both human and veterinary medicine. Our staff members administer laser therapy via a handpiece that emits a therapeutic infrared light in a fast, drug-free and soothing treatment. The light can treat surface problems such as wounds, as well as deeper structures, penetrating through fur, skin, and fat if necessary to reach damaged tissue.
The therapeutic infrared light targets the mitochondria in damaged cells and stimulates them to regenerate and to return to optimal function. This regenerative process is called photobiomodulation (PBM). PBM does not impact normal cells but can help damaged cells to recover from injury faster.
Laser therapy can be utilized as an adjunct to existing treatments, often reducing or replacing the need for pain medications.
WHAT ARE TREATMENTS LIKE?
Laser therapy treatments are fast and pain-free, making them well-tolerated by most pets. There is no clipping or shaving required for the treatment area. When your pet arrives for therapy, we encourage them to find their most comfortable position and they may be outfitted with laser-safe goggles, which we call doggles. You can choose to stay with your pet during their therapy and will also receive laser-safe eyewear to wear during treatment.
Treatments take approximately 5-10 minutes depending on the size of the treatment area and the condition being treated. During this treatment your pet will experience a soothing warmth that often relaxes them to the point that they fall asleep!
Some conditions require several treatment sessions for optimal outcomes. When your pet’s condition is evaluated, your veterinarian will discuss their recommendations with you.
CAN LASER THERAPY HELP MY PET?
Laser therapy is an effective treatment for a wide variety of conditions including:
- Wounds
- Arthritis
- Skin Conditions
- Pain & Inflammation
- Pain Relief
- Post-Operative Recovery
- Rehabilitation
- Geriatric Care
- Lick Granulomas
- Otitis
- Dental Conditions
- Fractures
- Abdominal Disorders
- And Much More!
Laser therapy is a state-of-the-art alternative therapy to assist with pain and healing. It can be used after surgery to help increase blood flow to local areas, improving healing. It can also be used for chronic pain, helping to increase blood flow to those areas.
Please contact us today if you have any questions or would like to learn more about how we care for your pet.