Laser Therapy for Dogs and Cats in Colma, CA
At Colma Animal Hospital, our veterinarians are always seeking the highest level of veterinary care. Sometimes, that means improving what we already do, and other times it means investing in the latest technology. Laser therapy for dogs and cats is one such investment, and we couldn’t be more pleased to offer this life-changing service to Colma pets.
What Is Laser Therapy?
When you hear the word “laser” you may think of the fiery hot laser beams that Hollywood has made us all familiar with. Yet, our laser is worlds away from those destructive devices! Pet laser therapy uses concentrated light energy to heal damaged tissue. The light particles stimulate cells in your pet’s affected area, which causes several physiological effects including:
- Increased blood circulation
- Reduced pain and inflammation
- Faster healing of wounds or incisions
Conditions Treated with a Therapeutic Laser
Your pet’s pain shouldn’t slow them down. With pet laser therapy, they can start feeling more like themselves again, without the risks of long-term medication. We use a therapeutic laser for a wide range of conditions including:
- Arthritis
- Intervertebral disc disease
- Hip dysplasia
- Post-surgical recovery
- Wound healing
- Joint injuries
- Lick granulomas
- Hot spots
- Gingivitis
- And so much more
Frequency of Treatment
For many situations, such as wound healing or post-surgical recovery, your pet will benefit significantly after only one or two sessions. Yet, for more chronic conditions such as arthritis, more long-term care is needed. Luckily, laser therapy is cumulative, which means that over time, your pet will feel the positive effects of it for longer, resulting in fewer sessions over time. Contact us today to learn more and see if your pet is a candidate for laser therapy!