Pet Laser Therapy

Consider it the “non-cutting” edge of veterinary science! Laser therapy is an innovative technology used to treat acute and chronic injuries. This non-invasive treatment stimulates cell regeneration by increasing blood flow to the targeted area, which accelerates the healing process. It has been successfully used to accelerate the healing process after surgery, alleviate joint pain, and treat degenerative diseases.

a person using laser to remove a dog's back<br />

Pet Laser Therapy

How it works
Low-level or “cold” laser therapy focuses red and infrared light on tissue at and below the surface of the skin. The light energizes the cells, producing a structural protein called collagen used to repair tissue. Lasers continue the healing process by supporting vascular dilation and synthesis, increasing blood circulation to the affected region. The stimulation also releases the body’s own pain-relieving hormones.

The process generally takes between 5-10 minutes, with most patients seeing positive effects after 3-5 uses. The treatment continues to relieve pain and fight inflammation for up to 24 hours following the session.

Conditions improved with laser therapy:
  • Hip dysplasia
  • Post-surgical incisions and soft-tissue trauma
  • Arthritis and degenerative joint disease
  • Musculoskeletal injuries
  • Neuromuscular disease

Laser therapy is normally combined with other types of veterinary medicine including pharmaceutical regimens and alternative treatments. The broad biochemical benefits and lack of adverse side effects have made laser therapy the preferred post-operative rehab method in veterinary medicine.

If you would like to know more about laser therapy and if it could benefit your pet, contact us at 203-758-6601.

Veterinary Services in Prospect, CT 

PET WELLNESS EXAMS – PUPPY

PET WELLNESS EXAMS – FELINE

PET FLEA PREVENTION & CONTROL

PET IN-HOUSE LABORATORY

PET MICROCHIPPING

PET PARASITE PREVENTION

PET SPAY & NEUTER

PET VACCINATIONS

PET WELLNESS EXAMS – KITTEN

PET DENTAL CARE

PET HEALTH SCREENING TESTS

PET IN-HOUSE PHARMACY

PET NUTRITION

SENIOR PET CARE

PET SURGERY

PET X-RAYS & RADIOLOGY

PET EUTHANASIA

PET WELLNESS EXAMS – CANINE

PET DIAGNOSTICS

PET HEARTWORM PREVENTION

PET LASER THERAPY

PET PAIN MANAGEMENT

PET SICK VISITS / UNWELL PETS

PET ULTRASOUND

PET CT SCAN