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Pet laser therapy treatment in Wooster, OH

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Laser therapy is a pain-free, surgery-free, and drug-free treatment that is used to treat a variety of conditions.

What is laser therapy?

Veterinary laser treatment is a cutting-edge form of medical therapy. It’s a pain-free, surgery-free, and drug-free therapy used to treat various ailments and postoperative recovery. The procedure is non-invasive, and it’s frequently quite relaxing and therapeutic for pets.

Preparing your pet for their first laser therapy treatment

Laser treatment works by causing a chain of chemical reactions due to deep-penetrating light. This technique helps to relieve pain and stimulate damaged cells to heal faster by releasing endorphins and stimulating injured cells to do so. After the first session, your pet’s condition will determine the length and frequency of laser treatments. Although most sites require 3 to 10 minutes, laser treatments vary in length. Allow our team of veterinarians to assist you with coming up with a laser treatment plan for your dog.

What types of conditions can laser therapy be used to treat?

Laser therapy can be used to treat a multitude of ailments, including:

  • Arthritis
  • Hip dysplasia
  • Back pain
  • Gingivitis
  • Hot spots
  • Open wounds
  • Ear infections
  • Anal gland infections
  • Muscle, ligament, and tendon injuries
  • Soft tissue trauma
  • Trembling
Laser therapy for pain relief

Laser treatments are a fantastic method to help your dog or cat get relief from discomfort. Laser therapy reduces pain by opening blood vessels and stimulating the lymphatic drainage system, draining edematous regions.

The laser treatment reduces swelling, which lessens pain. The lasers also stimulate nerve cells that block pain signals transmitted to the brain, reducing nerve sensitivity. Your pet will feel decreased discomfort because there is less inflammation, minor swelling, and an interruption of pain signals to the brain.

Laser therapy for injury recovery

Post-op recovery will be much easier with the aid of laser therapy. Laser treatment alone may be enough to relieve pain and stimulate healing in minor injuries. Because it targets damaged or afflicted regions directly, laser treatments can help speed up recovery, strengthen muscle and tissue, improve mobility, and enhance your pet’s quality of life almost immediately.

Is laser therapy a good option for my pet?

Many of our veterinary medical practice’s patients are elderly pets with musculoskeletal problems. The following are some symptoms that your older companion is in pain or discomfort:

  • Abnormal sitting or lying posture
  • Circling multiple times before lying down
  • Restlessness
  • Whining, groaning, or other vocalizations
  • Limping, unable to get up or lie down
  • Difficulty getting into the car or downstairs
  • Lack of grooming
  • Won’t wag their tail
  • Licking or biting area
  • Lack of appetite
  • Trembling
Is laser treatment painful for my pet?

Painless, pleasant, and soothing is the best way to describe laser therapy for your pet. Your pet may feel a mild and relaxing warmth, tingling, or nothing at all as the laser is applied.