Laser therapy for dogs and cats is versatile. The therapy session may last as little as a few minutes or as long as the better part of an hour, but varies depending on your pets individualized therapy plan. Therapeutic exercises. Great people from Vet to staff.
Usually, laser therapy treatments run five to 20 minutes, depending on the body area we're targeting in your cat's or dog's body. Soft tissue mobilization/manual therapy. The almost immediate relief of pain will allow your pet to be comfortable and we can even cause angry cats start to purr and dogs to fall asleep during their therapy session. It doesn't hurt them. Unlike the surgical lasers that use heat to cut through skin, cold laser emits a different wavelength of light to deliver the light energy directly to the treatment site. This means that pets that are recovering from surgery or an injury can see great results from this therapy. This can help remove swelling, reduce pain and accelerate the healing process.
Our Moreno Valley veterinarians are passionate about providing the highest quality of treatment for your pet, and cold laser therapy provides a safe, non-invasive and effective way of alleviating pain and encouraging your pet to return to their happy healthy and normal selves. A summary of the benefits the laser will provide you and your pet are: - Less pain. Laser Therapy requires a minimum of six treatments. Can Laser Therapy Help My Pet? Clinical studies have proven it to be a safe, fast, and effective treatment for chronic or acute pain for surgical patients. Lick granulomas and hot spots. These physiological changes include: - Increased blood circulation which reduces inflammation. Sensations for dogs tend to range from none at all to a soothing warmth or tingling.
Relief and/or improvement is often noticed within hours depending on the condition of your pet's response. Acute conditions usually subside quickly, typically within one phase of treatments, while chronic conditions can be controlled with regular treatments. Saturday 7:30am - 12:00pm. Our Berkeley vet team can help you protect your pet from a wide range of serious diseases and disorders with routine vaccinations and preventative care. The light waves penetrate deep into damaged tissue, stimulating blood flow and cell production. The time it takes for cold laser therapy to have an effect varies with each condition and the severity of the issue. The costs of the procedure can vary.
When I leave, I always feel so much more assured that my animals have had the best care by all of the staff and Dr Johnson and Dr Vasquez. Occasionally, angry cats will start to purr and canine companions will actually fall asleep during their therapy session. Children are always welcome but must be very quiet during your pets treatment. Some dogs become more active as joint pain is relieved, while others become less easily agitated when muscle pain dissipates. Reduced Fibrous Tissue Formation from Cuts, Burns, etc. Uses for Laser Therapy. The light stimulates healing cells in the body to minimize pain, reduce swelling, and accelerate healing. What Can I Expect During And After A Laser Therapy Session? Are there any side effects? Pet laser therapy refers to the use of certain laser treatments to help with specific medical conditions or pain relief.
This therapy goes by many different names, including photobiostimulation, cold laser, low-level laser, or Class IV Laser therapy… to name a few! Little Rock, AR 72212. Heal ear infections. Unlike dogs, cats tend to hide their pain, and withdraw.
Allow us to give your pet the respite he or she deserves. But a lot of times, yeah, I would anticipate that there will be an exam. Some pets respond after one or two treatments.