What is Laser Therapy?
The word laser is actually an acronym that stands for light amplification of stimulated emission of radiation. In practical terms, laser therapy has to do with using a focused beam of light to elicit healing in the body. Laser therapy has been successfully used on a variety of afflictions affecting humans. Laser therapy has been successfully used on various human conditions such as LASIX corneal surgery and is commonly used in sports injuries in the pro-athlete circuits. Now, laser therapy is also available for your beloved pets.
How Does Laser Therapy Affect Pets?
Laser therapy is therapeutic for your pet’s tissue. The laser light that is absorbed by your pet’s cells has the effect of stimulating electrons and activating cells to promote growth, repair proliferation, and migration.
It’s important to know that the laser light that is used in laser therapy is either red or near infra-red light. This kind of light has a range of wavelengths between 600 and 1070 nanometers. This is the same wavelength that is used in infra-red spas for humans, which have proven to be very therapeutic. Now, your pet can benefit from the same infra-red therapy that you can!
What Medical Conditions Can Laser Therapy Treat For Pets?
Our veterinary team uses laser therapy as an effective, non-invasive treatment to support healing and provide relief for a variety of conditions, including:
- Surgical incisions
- Miscellaneous injuries where the skin has been breached
- Tendon and/or ligament injuries
- Arthritis
- Chronic pain
- Age-related pain and discomfort
How Does Laser Therapy For Pets Work?
Laser therapy treatments only take between 15 and 30 minutes and can be administered in an office visit. There’s no need for hospitalization and no need for you to be separated from your pet for long periods of time.
Are you ready to consider laser therapy for your pet? If so, please contact us today to learn more or to book your pet’s appointment.
