laser therapy

Laser Therapy

Laser therapy is a non-invasive, complementary treatment that we use to treat a variety of conditions in pets.

laser therapy

Therapeutic Ultrasound

Ultrasound uses low frequency sound waves to stimulate tissue healing.  It can be used for deep tissues as well as scar tissue.

laser therapy

Pulsed Electro Magnetic Therapy

The electromagnetic fields and frequencies generated during PEMF promote cellular regeneration and improved cellular function.

Laser Therapy

Laser therapy is a non-invasive, complementary treatment that we use to treat a variety of conditions in pets.

It is excellent for relieving pain and reducing inflammation without any side effects. Commonly, we use laser therapy for arthritis and to assist postoperative healing and wound management.

  • The laser stimulates the cells, making them work harder, producing more energy and increasing blood flow. This stimulation releases chemicals called endorphins, the body’s natural painkillers, which are pumped out by the brain during times of pain and stress. The low-energy beams of light emitted by the laser machine are strong enough to stimulate the pressure points, but not strong enough to burn or damage the skin
  • Laser therapy is a non-invasive, safe method used to treat acute and chronic injuries, arthritis, sprains, strains, swelling due to back disc problems and musculoskeletal abnormalities. It can also help to regenerate nerve tissue after surgery
  • Laser therapy is a safe and non-invasive treatment that does not require your pet to be sedated. This means that no shaving of the affected areas is required, and treatment can be carried out several times a day or week if necessary
  • reduces pain
  • leads to rapid healing of superficial lesions (wounds/sores)
  • reduces inflammation, oedema, and tissue swelling
  • reduces muscle spasms
  • increases the rate of healing of damaged tissue
  • reduces scar tissue formation

The length of the session will depend on the size of the area being treated and can take up to half an hour for large areas.

You can stay with your pet for the duration of the treatment. The number of treatments required will vary depending on the underlying problem. Initially the treatment course can be intensive, with two to three treatments a week in the first two weeks.

If the condition is a short-term problem and has resolved, the treatment would end at this point.

If your pet has an ongoing condition such as arthritis, the treatment course would be part of an on going Mulitmodel approach to help manage the condition. 

Therapeutic Ultrasound

Ultrasound uses low frequency sound waves to stimulate tissue healing. It can be used for healing effects in deep tissues as well as to break down adhesions and scar tissues particularly in tendons and to stimulate healing of collagen. Soft tissues with a high collagen content will respond well to ultrasound treatment.

Common conditions treated with ultrasound include tendon injury, ligament injury and muscle injury.

Ultrasound will also stimulate circulation by increasing the blood supply to the injured area, helping to maximise the healing process.

Pulsed Electro Magnetic Therapy (PEMF)

The electromagnetic fields and frequencies generated during PEMF promote cellular regeneration and improved cellular function. The pulsing magnetic fields affect the function of the cell and help restore the normal balance in a damaged cell. Unbalanced cells cause inflammation. PEMF provides an anti-inflammatory effect which can help relieve pain and discomfort. Inflammation and pain can cause restricted movement, muscle atrophy, compensatory injuries and other complications.

PEMF also increases blood flow, which helps muscles repair and return to normal function.

One of the main benefits of PEMF therapy is that it’s safe and non-invasive. (It can not be used with cancer patients)

Different settings can be utilised with PEMF therapy and can treat a variety of conditions including:

  • Joint disease – O.A, dysplasia
  • Soft tissue injury – ligament, tendon, muscle, skin

  • Fracture repair – stress fractures and more severe ones. Can be used through casts/dressings and with plates in situ

  • Neurological – provides optimum conditions for nerve regrowth.
  • Post op – for repair of soft tissue, bone and skin