Laser Therapy

We are proud to offer laser therapy to assist in your pet's wound healing and chronic pain. Laser therapy has been FDA approved for people and pets for the following therapeutic benefits: Endorphin release Vasodilation, which increases blood flow to bring in oxygen and cells involved in the healing process Muscle relaxation Decreased inflammation Faster healing and repair What conditions can benefit from laser therapy? Chronic arthritis Surgical incisions Tendon and ligament injuries Traumatic injuries Laser therapy is particularly useful for pets with limited medical treatment options, such as: Pets with liver disease who cannot take medications Cats, for whom only a few pain-control medications are approved Exotic pets for whom medication administration is difficult or impossible Older pets with diminished organ function Pets with wounds too large for surgical closure Reducing painful inflammation associated with skin and ear infections How is laser theray performed, and is it comfortable for my pet? During a treatment session, the handheld laser wand is slowly moved back and forth over the damaged tissue, producing a warm, pleasant sensation that most pets seem to enjoy and find relaxing. Sessions usually last 5 to 10 minutes, with the number of sessions and frequency of treatments dependent on the injury. Chronic conditions may be treated weekly, whereas surgical incisions and open wounds often require daily treatment until healing is complete. Ask our veterinarians whether laser therapy might benefit your pet!