Case study: Treating multiple eyelid tumors using photodynamic therapyDecember 4, 2024While more invasive surgeries may be recommended for some patients, photodynamic therapy (PDT) serves as an alternative based on tumor type, location, and overall health.
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Bringing Light Home: How Super Pulsed Laser Therapy Enhances Pet HealingNovember 6, 2024Over the past two decades, laser therapy has seen tremendous growth in veterinary practices. What was once considered an alternative therapy is now an integral part of mainstream veterinary care, particularly in rehabilitation, dental, and preventative medicine.
Using laser therapy for healing and pain controlOctober 22, 2024Research shows photobiomodulation therapy (PBMT) helps alleviate pain and inflammation, as well as modulate the immune responses and promote tissue regeneration. Let's discuss its use in general practice.
Why I changed my mind about supporting lasersApril 23, 2024Understanding the software and dosing adjustment for laser treatments allows for time and cost efficiency in the practice.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveLaser Therapy Master Class: Inflammation and BeyondFebruary 28, 2024In this session: Laser therapy has been used in medicine for a long time, yet in the last decade there has been an explosion of pertinent research. Laurie McCauley, DVM, DACVSMR, CCRT, CVA, CVC, addresses the physiologic effects laser has on the body and move on to look at how and when to use laser therapy, from treating cancer, osteoarthritis, asthma, and so much more. From traumatic brain injuries to a tooth abscess, she will share insight on more ways to utilize your laser with solid research thrown in for fun.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveRehabilitative care for senior petsJune 24, 2022Both a pet’s family and healthcare providers would welcome other solutions to naturally extend a pet’s life, health, and happiness. In recent years, many providers have seen rehabilitative therapies as a possible answer. Similar to its place in human medicine, rehab is being used by skilled, experienced professionals to work either along with, or instead of, surgery or medication. The practice rebuilds patient strength that has been lost through age, injury, overuse, or illness.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveIntegrative medicine from a One Health perspectiveNovember 4, 2021The One Health approach: With the COVID-19 pandemic, medicine in general has witnessed a depletion and exhaustion of healthcare workers across the human and veterinary medical spectrums. There are many areas in which both spectrums can work together.
How to incorporate therapeutic bodywork into your veterinary practiceJune 1, 2021More pet owners are opting to incorporate holistic modalities into their pets’ treatment plans, including therapeutic bodywork, such as massage therapy, laser therapy, and acupuncture.
Can shockwave therapy help canine back pain?April 1, 2021Dogs with chronic lower back pain may soon see relief, thanks to a noninvasive treatment method currently being tested at The Ohio State University (OSU).
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveTreating canine osteoarthritis without opioidsMarch 4, 2021There is no reason to mask dogs’ arthritis pain with drugs. There are several techniques available to veterinarians that not only safely and effectively treat osteoarthritis pain, they can address its root cause: inflamed and damaged joints.
