Uxbridge & Thicketwood Veterinary Hospitals
What is Laser therapy?
Laser therapy is a non-invasive treatment that works in harmony with the body’s natural healing and pain mechanisms related to a variety of conditions and injuries. Laser therapy supports the healing process by stimulating the affected (injured) area with infrared laser light. The body’s biomechanical response to the Laser treatment provides the injured site with increased water, oxygen and nutrients that accelerate the healing process, reduce inflammation and reduce pain.
Why your Pet may need Laser therapy:
Your Pet may benefit from Laser therapy exclusively or if they are unable to participate in a full rehabilitation program due to other medical conditions and limiting factors. The Therapist may recommend Laser therapy as a standalone option, or in concert with other treatments as directed by your Veterinarian.
Laser therapy has proven to be effective for Pets with these issues and more:
Osteoarthitis
Wounds and incisions
Ear infections
Skin rash
Oral and Gum inflammation
Urinary track infections
Biological responses include:
Accelerate tissue repair and cell growth
Reduced fibrous (scar) tissue formation
Anti-inflammatory, lymphatic system activation
Analgesic (anti-pain)
Improved vascular activity
Increased metabolic activity
Improved nerve function
Immunoregulation
Trigger points
What to expect:
A Laser therapy session is normally pleasant and comforting for the Pet. Treatment times range from 2-8 minutes. Improvement, greater comfort and mobility is most often seen 12-24 hours after the first treatment. Pets normally require 3-8 treatments for the greatest benefit.
FAQs:
Does it hurt? What does it feel like?
There is little or no sensation during the Laser treatment. Occasionally the Pet feels a mild, soothing warmth or tingling. Injured or inflamed areas on the body may be sensitive briefly before any pain reduction.
Are there any side effects or associated risks?
Laser therapy has been provided in healthcare all over world for over twenty years with very few side effects reported. Occasionally some “old injuries” or pain syndromes may feel aggravated for a day or two as the healing response is more active after laser treatment.
Is a Veterinarian’s referral required?
YES. All new Pets require referral by their Veterinarian. Before we can begin a Laser therapy program we’ll need the Veterinarian to provide medical history and a diagnosis.
