Class IV
Cold Laser Therapy
Laser therapy is a non-invasive treatment designed to reduce pain and inflammation and speed the healing process.
Please know that all lasers are not created equal and Creekside has invested in the top of the line! We've had GREAT success using our Class IV Therapeutic laser for urinary issues (especially for cats), ear infections, wounds, surgical recovery, supplemental management for cranial cruciate ligament tears, asthma, pain/arthritis and so much more. It can even assist those chronic loose stool dogs!
What is Class IV Cold Laser Therapy?
Laser therapy is a noninvasive treatment designed to reduce pain and inflammation, and to speed healing. This treatment is quickly becoming standard of care in both human and veterinary medicine. Our staff members administer laser therapy via a handpiece that emits this therapeutic infrared light in a fast and soothing treatment. The light can treat surface problems such as wounds, as well as deeper structures (penetrating through fur, skin, and fat if necessary) to reach damaged tissue. The therapeutic infrared light targets the mitochondria in damaged cells and stimulates them to regenerate and return to optimal function. This regenerative process is called photobiomodulation (PBM). Laser therapy can be utilized as an adjunct to existing treatments, often reducing or replacing the need for pain medications, and speeding healing.
What Are Treatments Like?
Laser therapy treatments are fast and pain-free, making them well-tolerated by most pets. There is no clipping or shaving required for the treatment area. When your pet arrives for therapy they will be situated in a comfortable position, and may be outfitted with laser-safe doggles. You will also receive laser-safe eyewear to wear during treatment if you remain with your pet during therapy. Treatments take approximately 2 - 10 minutes depending on the patient size, treatment area, and condition being treated. During this treatment your pet will experience a soothing warmth that often relaxes patients, and sometimes makes them go to sleep! Some conditions require just one treatment, others will show maximum response after several treatment sessions. We will evaluate your pet and discuss our recommendations.
