At Bridge City Vet Rehab, we offer advanced rehabilitation therapies to help dogs and cats recover from injuries, manage pain, and improve mobility in our vet clinic in Saskatoon.
One of the most effective veterinary rehabilitation modalities we use is Laser Therapy. Laser therapy can be referred to by many different names: Low Level Light (LLLT) therapy, cold laser, Red light therapy, photobiomodulation.
Our vet clinic uses a Summus Laser to help pets recover from injury and surgery, manage pain, and improve their mobility. It features cutting-edge technology that allows us to customize treatments based on the needs of each pet.
Laser therapy uses focused light energy to penetrate deep into tissues, stimulating cellular activity and enhancing circulation.
The laser promotes increased oxygen and nutrient delivery to damaged areas while reducing inflammation and pain.
Five Benefits of Laser Therapy:
Accelerates tissue healing after surgery or injury
Reduces inflammation
Provides pain relief
Faster recovery by increasing blood circulation and oxygenation
Non-invasive and pain free
Different Types of Lasers
Different types of lasers are used for different applications. The number associated with a laser indicates how powerful it is.
Lasers range from classes 1-4.
Class 3A: has a low wattage output such as a laser pointer
Class 3B: has a higher output of wattage but can be purchased online and is typically used for superficial treatments
Class 4: These lasers have a high wattage output (exceeding 0.5 watts). They are used for surgical or therapeutic purposes (like we use in our vet clinic)
We use a class 4 laser in our vet clinic. Class 4 lasers are very powerful and can penetrate to joint depth. These machines should be used by trained professionals and require proper safety equipment. This is why we have you and your pet wear goggles!
When Should Laser Therapy Not be Used
There are a few scenarios when laser therapy should be avoided:
- directly into the eye
- over the abdomen of pregnant animals
- over tumors
- over the thyroid gland
- on pediatric growth plates
- or on pets who are photosensitive.
If you’re unsure if laser therapy is right for your pet, our Bridge City Vet Rehab team is happy to help!
Contact us today to schedule a consultation and create a personalized rehabilitation plan for your furry friend.
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