Laser
For the past 30 years, Low Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) has been used in the medical field to treat pain, promote wound healing, address musculoskeletal conditions, and serve as an alternative to acupuncture needles or in combination with physiotherapy.
How Does Laser Therapy Work?
Laser therapy is quick, pain-free, easy to apply, and effective. During treatment, appropriate probes are placed onto the skin, and controlled light with specific wavelengths, power, pulsing frequency, and duration is passed into the tissue. The treatment is performed by veterinary nurses under the direction of the veterinarian.
The laser energy is absorbed by the mitochondria (the "battery" of the cell), stimulating specific cells involved in the body’s natural healing processes. By using the correct wavelength and pulsing frequency, the therapy targets specific cells to provide:
- Pain Relief: By targeting endorphins, nerve conduction, and pain transmitters, which also help with serotonin production.
- Anti-inflammatory Action: By targeting mast cells and supporting serotonin production.
- Tissue Repair: By targeting neutrophils (white blood cells), fibroblasts (cells that form tissue), and endothelial cells (cells lining blood and lymph vessels).
We typically use two different wavelengths depending on whether the issue is on the skin’s surface or deeper within the body.
Conditions We Can Treat
- Degenerative Joint Disease (e.g., Osteoarthritis)
- Muscle, Ligament, or Tendon Damage
- Ear Infections or Inflammation
- Gingivitis or Stomatitis of the Gums
- Wounds and Skin Diseases
- Bone Fractures, Post-Surgery, or Alongside Supportive Dressings
Laser therapy is a safe, effective, and non-invasive treatment that helps promote healing and reduce pain in pets.
