Enhanced Healing & Pain Relief With Veterinary Cold Laser Therapy
Cold laser therapy uses low-intensity lasers to help relieve pain, stimulate and enhance cell function, and improve healing. This non-invasive treatment can be used on its own or in conjunction with other medical care as part of a multi-modal plan addressing a variety of symptoms and issues simultaneously.
During the procedure, your veterinarian will move a handheld wand slowly over any damaged tissue. Along with benefits like tissue repair and wound healing, the light emitted by the wand will create a warming effect on the skin during the procedure. The frequency and required number of visits for this therapy will depend on various factors like the condition(s) affecting your pet and their severity.
Several conditions have been shown to improve with the use of laser therapy, including muscle and joint pain, arthritis symptoms, and muscle spasms.
Uses for Laser Therapy
Veterinary laser therapy has many different applications and can be particularly helpful when used in conjunction with other treatments and traditional medicines.
Laser therapy may help to encourage cell regeneration and increase circulation, benefiting the following conditions:
- Increases wound healing
- Reduces inflammation and associated pain
- Enhances the formation of new blood vessels
- Increases the flow of blood
- Reduces edema (swelling)
- Encourages bone healing
FAQs About Cold Laser Therapy
Read answers to our most frequently asked questions about cold laser therapy at Smith Veterinary Hospital.