Learn 5 common pitfalls to avoid when treating musculoskeletal conditions with laser therapy.
Lasers are powerful tools that are increasingly being used for a growing number of medical applications. Lasers are used every day to remove unwanted tattoos, make incisions during surgeries, and treat aches and pains. Each of these applications works because of one of three types of laser-tissue interactions: photothermal, photomechanical, or photochemical.
Photothermal
Lasers that produce [...]
How much power do you think is lost when you treat through bandages? It’s more than you might think – see why treating through bandages and casts is not effective. Post includes a video demonstration of power loss!
Have you heard about the Stance Analyzer and wondered what role it could play in your clinic? The Stance analyzer is a free-standing pressure pad that gives standing weight bearing readings for each limb. Stance Analyzers give you the edge when trying to diagnose conditions that might not be visible – and can provide an [...]
Equine Case
Severe Osteoarthritis
Patient Information
Patient Name: Rio, 26-year-old American Quarter Horse Gelding
Patient Symptoms: Severe bursitis and osteoarthritis of the elbow
Medical History: 2 IA injections of steroid + Hyaluronic Acid, systemic NSAID’s and chiropractic, joint support supplement in feed – No improvement noted. All treatments were tried over a period of 8 – 12 weeks. The owner [...]
This week we are featuring a case submitted by All Creatures Veterinary Hospital during the Make a Case with Companion Case Study Contest. The before and after video of Barney is incredible. Thanks to All Creatures Veterinary Hospital for sharing this!
Barney’s Case Details
On 7/29/13, Barney came to All Creatures Veterinary Hospital for weakness in the [...]
If your practice is not engaged in social media, you are missing an opportunity to strengthen relationships with your existing clients – and the opportunity to attract new clients. Social media is a great way for veterinarians, technicians, and office staff to all play a role in building the business and strengthening client relationships.
Did you [...]
Class IV laser therapy is an extremely effective treatment for both large and small area skin wounds. Clinicians are also increasingly impressed by how well laser therapy assists burns to heal.
“Ember”, a Jack Russell mix, suffered from severe burns when her home burned down with her still indoors in her crate. Ember’s burns were severe [...]
As laser therapy becomes a standard of care for pet pain across the world, claims about how to best reach target tissue with laser light are becoming more and more confusing. In addition to selecting a wavelength within the therapeutic window, here are the two keys to what you need to know about dosing at [...]
The advent of Class IV lasers has made veterinary laser therapy a viable solution for small and large animals alike. The ability to deliver variable power from 0.25 Watts to 15 Watts gives you a therapeutic advantage when treating large animals.
Many practitioners who treat equine athletes are adopting laser therapy. Many Olympic [...]
Gone are the days where post-op patients are sent home with pain relief medication and wished a speedy recovery. Veterinary rehabilitation programs are emerging in general practices and in specialty clinics alike. Certification programs for advanced training in rehabilitation/physical therapy for veterinary patients are available and continue to gain popularity as both veterinarians and pet owners see [...]
Class IV laser therapy is changing the lives of thousands every day – people and animals alike! Veterinary laser therapy is helping reduce pain and inflammation for a wide variety of animals from horses, to cats & dogs, to snakes & penguins. Companion Therapy Lasers were used to treat the following two animals that were [...]
Class IV laser therapy is changing the lives of thousands every day – people and animals alike! Veterinary and Medical Class IV lasers are helping reduce pain and inflammation for a wide variety of species. LightForce Therapy Lasers are the human counterparts to Companion Therapy Lasers and are used to treat those suffering from acute [...]
Pet owners are constantly searching for ways to keep their pets happy, healthy, and drug-free. Class IV laser therapy is a great alternative or adjunct to prescription medications. But the question on many a pet owner’s mind is “will my pet tolerate class IV laser therapy treatment?”. The verdict is in: not only will your [...]
If you are thinking of adding Class IV laser therapy to your practice there are a few questions you should ask before you make a purchase. You should be purchasing more than a laser for pet pain – but a total solution for your practice. Here are 5 questions you should ask a your sales [...]
