Laser Therapy for Pets
As our pets age, similar to us, they are at an increased risk of developing arthritis. Arthritis is a progressive, inflammatory process that can develop in your pets joints. There are different forms of arthritis but the most common is osteoarthritis (OA). This occurs when your pets (or your own) protective tissues, like cartilage wears out over time. This leads to painful bone-on-bone contact, which then perpetuates inflammation and additional pain.
All of your pets joints can develop OA, but the hip, knee and spine are the most common. There is no cure for any form of arthritis, however, there are a number of treatments that can slow down diseases progression and decrease associated pain and Class IV laser is one of those treatments.
What Is Laser Therapy For Pets And How Does It Work?
Pet Laser therapy is a TGA approved surgery free, drug free treatment option that involves using laser light to safely, painlessly penetrate tissues and stimulate them to heal. This process is referred to as photobiomodulation.
The use of laser light on damaged or inflamed tissue has been linked to a number of physical benefits for pets after decades of research, including pain relief and rapid healing. As a result, we use laser therapy to treat a wide range of conditions. Another great feature of pet laser therapy is that there are no known side effects, so the only thing you can expect for your pet is relief!!!
How Many Treatments?
Although improvement is often seen after the first visit, your pet’s condition will influence how often and long laser therapy is necessary. Treatments vary in length, but most sites require 3 to 8 minutes, with an average of around 6-12 treatments for chronic conditions. Maintenance treatments are then recommended every 3-8 weeks. Laser treatments for pets are cumulative, so each additional treatment facilitates a greater improvement in your pet’s condition.
What Types Of Conditions Can Pet Laser Therapy Be Used To Treat?
Dog laser therapy can be used to treat a multitude of ailments, including:
- Muscle, ligament and tendon injuries (Sprains and strains)
- Post-surgical and soft tissue trauma
- Back pain
- Open wounds/Infections
- Arthritis/ hip dysplasia
- Degenerative disc disease
- Fractures
What Can I Expect At My Pet’s Laser Therapy Appointment?
A technician will hold the laser wand directly over the affected area for somewhere between 3 and 10 minutes. There is no pain associated with the treatment and most dogs will relax during this time. The almost immediate relief of pain will allow your pet to be comfortable and any anxiety he or she initially experiences will quickly dissipate. Occasionally, some dogs actually fall asleep during their therapy sessions.
Is Laser Treatment For Pets Painful Or Uncomfortable?
Laser treatment for pets is totally pain free and very comforting. As the laser is administered, your pet may feel a gentle and soothing warmth, tingling, or no sensation at all. For many canines, pet laser therapy is very relaxing. As areas of pain or inflammation become more comfortable, any anxiety and tension your pet may be experiencing tends to quickly dissipate.
Frequently Asked Questions
Laser treatment for pets is totally pain free and very comforting. As the laser is administered, your pet may feel a gentle and soothing warmth, tingling, or no sensation at all. For many canines, pet laser therapy is very relaxing. As areas of pain or inflammation become more comfortable, any anxiety and tension your pet may be experiencing tends to quickly dissipate.
A technician will hold the laser wand directly over the affected area for somewhere between 3 and 10 minutes. There is no pain associated with the treatment and most pets will relax during this time. The almost immediate relief of pain will allow your pet to be comfortable and any anxiety he or she initially experiences will quickly dissipate. Occasionally, some pets actually fall asleep during their therapy sessions.
Pet laser therapy can be used to treat a multitude of ailments, including:
- Muscle, ligament and tendon injuries (Sprains and strains)
- Post-surgical and soft tissue trauma
- Back pain
- Open wounds/Infections
- Arthritis/ hip dysplasia
- Degenerative disc disease
- Fractures
Although improvement is often seen after the first visit, your pet’s condition will influence how often and long laser therapy is necessary. Treatments vary in length, but most sites require 3 to 8 minutes, with an average of around 6-12 treatments for chronic conditions. Maintenance treatments are then recommended every 3-8 weeks. Laser treatments for pets are cumulative, so each additional treatment facilitates a greater improvement in your pet’s condition.
Pet Laser therapy is a TGA approved surgery free, drug free treatment option that involves using laser light to safely, painlessly penetrate tissues and stimulate them to heal. This process is referred to as photobiomodulation.
The use of laser light on damaged or inflamed tissue has been linked to a number of physical benefits for pets after decades of research, including pain relief and rapid healing. As a result, we use laser therapy to treat a wide range of conditions. Another great feature of pet laser therapy is that there are no known side effects, so the only thing you can expect for your pet is relief!!!