Healing
Their Pain...
Changing Their
Life.
What is Laser Therapy?
It is the use of an FDA approved targeted infrared laser light to increase
the production of cellular activity within tissue. This process, which
has been widely used by "people doctors" to reduce inflammation, pain,
swelling, and improve healing in humans, is now available for pets!
Has
Effectiveness Been Demonstrated Scientifically?
Yes! There are thousands of published studies demonstrating the clinical effectiveness
of Laser Therapy.
What
Conditions Does It Treat?
- Arthritis
- Joint
Pain
- Hot
Spots
- Wounds
- Incisions
- Fractures
- Back,
Spine and Disc Pain
- Post-Orthopedic
Surgical Recovery
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- Spider
Bites
- Infections
- Allergies
- Hip
Dysplasia
- Lick
Granulomas
- Ear
Inflammation
- Feline
Acne
- Post-Surgical
Pain
- And
Much More!
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What
To Expect
There is no patient sedation or restraint required and the experience is
usually pleasant and comforting to them. Your pet may feel a mild, soothing,
warm sensation.
A
majority of patients exhibit greater comfort and
mobility within 12 to 24 hours after a laser treatment.
Although improvement is often seen after the first
visit, Laser Therapy treatments are cumulative in
nature. Most patients require several treatments
[3 to 8] for greatest benefit.
Actual
treatment time is 3 to 8 minutes for each site treated
depending on the size of the area being treated.
A
sample treatment schedule is as follows:
- Every
other day for one week [3 total]
-
Twice
the second week [2 total]
- Once
the third week [1 total]
- Boosters
as needed
Our veterinarians
will recommend a treatment plan specific to your
pet’s condition.
Are
There Any Side Effects Or Associated Risks?
During more than twenty years of use by healthcare providers all over the world,
very few side effects have ever been reported. Occasionally some old injuries
or pain syndromes may feel aggravated for a few days, as the healing response
is more active after treatment.
How
Often Should A Patient Be Treated?
Acute conditions may be treated daily, particularly if they are accompanied by
significant pain. More chronic problems respond better when treatments are received
2 to 3 times a week, tapering to once every week or two as improvement is seen.
How
Many Treatments Does It Take?
This depends on the nature of the condition being treated. For some acute conditions
1-2 treatments may be sufficient. Those of a more chronic nature may require
5 to 8 (or more) treatments. Some conditions may require ongoing periodic care
to control pain.
What
Are The Costs?
Treatment costs depend on the number of sites being treated.
Reintroduction
To Activity
Laser Therapy can relieve
pain, reduce swelling and increase range of motion.
Often the patient will exhibit
renewed energy and freedom of movement. Resist the
urge to "test" the treatment right away
(No frisbees, tennis balls, etc.). Consult with our
veterinarians
before returning your pet to full activity. A gradual
introduction of activity may be suggested to insure
the patient does not aggravate the condition.
Hey,
if it’s good enough for the Yankees, it’s
good enough for our pets!
( see video
below )
(or jump
on the the couch easier).