We are proud to offer laser surgery and therapy for our patients. Laser procedures allow us to reduce the bleeding and swelling of surgery, making it both safer and less invasive. Laser therapy also reduces pain and recovery time, helping your pet get back to their normal self more quickly.
We are dedicated to utilizing the highest standard of veterinary technology, and laser therapy is one of the ways in which we stay on the cutting edge of our field.
With new and innovative technologies, human and pet therapies have taken a new direction in providing the highest level of care and the most precise technologies.
Veterinary laser surgery is one of these new and innovative techniques, and gives a non-invasive, pain-free, surgery-free and drug-free form of treatment that is used to treat a variety of conditions and can be performed in conjunction with existing treatments.
What is laser treatment for dogs and how can it benefit them?
Laser treatment for dogs employs deep-penetrating light to promote a chain of chemical reactions known as photobiostimulation. This process helps relieve pain through the release of endorphins, and it stimulates injured cells to heal at an accelerated pace.
Oftentimes, improvement in a pet’s condition is seen after one visit, but most areas of concern require 3 to 8 minutes of treatment. Laser treatments are cumulative when performed on dogs so each additional treatment facilitates a greater improvement in your dog’s condition. Each treatment and the time needed for each individual patient and area varies, so make sure to consult your veterinarian.
Laser therapy, known as cold treatment therapy, uses advanced equipment to stimulated cell regeneration and increase blood circulation.
What can dog laser therapy help to correct?
Dog laser therapy can be used to treat many health issues, including:
Muscle, ligament, tendon and other physical injuries
Back pain
Ear infections
Hot Spots and open wounds
Arthritis / hip dysplasia
Degenerative disc disease
Anal gland infections
There are many signs that your animal could be facing pain, especially in senior dogs. Some of these signs include:
Abnormal sitting or lying posture
Circling multiple times before lying down
Whining, groaning or other discontented noises
Limping, unable to get up or lie down
Difficulty getting into car or down stairs
Won’t wag tail
Licking or biting area
Lack of appetite
Excessive trembling
These signs can show that your dog needs pain relief. Laser therapy reduces pain by reducing inflammation through Òvasodilation” (the opening of blood vessels) and also by activating the lymphatic drainage system, thus draining swollen areas. Because there is less inflammation, less swelling and an interruption of pain signals to the brain, the dog will experience less pain. Laser treatments for dogs also stimulate the production of high levels of naturally-produced endorphins which further counteract your dog’s pain. They can also help a pet recover after surgery throughout the healing process, especially because the precise nature of laser treatment can precisely correct a certain issue.
Laser treatments for dogs is completely pain free and exceptionally comforting, and as the laser is administered to the problem area, your dog may feel a gentle and soothing warmth, tingling, or no sensation at all. In fact, their level of discomfort and anxiety may ease as their comfort increases. Laser treatment is very effective and is very safe, with no known side effects.
With this new and innovative technology, getting your pup back to their loving and playful self after surgery or pain will be quicker than ever!
If you have any questions or concerns about how laser therapy can benefit your pet, please contact us today.
