Selecting the right laser for the jobJuly 25, 2022The use and understanding of laser therapy, a.k.a. photobiomodulation (PBM), has evolved significantly over the past decade. Today’s devices offer new opportunities for laser therapy to play a larger role in the continuum of care system (CoCS), moving beyond analgesia, and to areas such as dermatology, dental care, and perioperative support.
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Laser therapy combo aids in canine DM treatmentMay 7, 2020A combination of laser and rehabilitation therapies could help slow the progression of canine degenerative myelopathy.
Laser therapy—Indications and contraindicationsMarch 27, 2019Photobiomodulation—a.k.a laser therapy—has become commonplace in veterinary medicine, with knowledge gained over the last eight to 10 years coming from evidence-based data and shared clinical experience. Achieving predictable and reproducible results with laser therapy is dependent on properly managed treatments, proper dosing, effective use of therapy laser hardware and software, and appropriate treatment technique.1 Low-level laser therapy (LLLT) applies low-level (low-power) lasers to the surface of or in orifices of the body. Whereas high-power lasers are used in laser medicine to cut or destroy tissue, application of low-power lasers is said to relieve pain or stimulate and enhance cell function. Laser therapy is a unique and extremely gentle form of treatment with the ability to stimulate tissue healing, virtually without side effects. It is very different from laser surgery, as it avoids heating the tissue, which can cause cell and tissue damage. As such, photobiomodulation is often called "cold laser" therapy.2 What's it for? Laser therapy has been postulated to exert three main effects: reduction of pain, modulation of inflammation, and acceleration of healing.3 The primary categories with the strongest support—largely via experimental studies—include its use in pain, wounds, musculoskeletal conditions, neurologic pathology, and in conjunction with complementary medicine techniques …
Companion Animal Health offers live-stream OA management courseMay 17, 2018Companion Animal Health has introduced a live-stream option for the company's Management of Geriatric Pets with Mobility Issues for the General Practitioner course. The course is designed to give general veterinary practices access to the tools required to meet the need for expanded osteoarthritis treatment options in companion animals, according to Newark, Del.-based Companion Animal Health. Attendees will earn 11 continuing education credits while learning multimodal approaches for successfully managing the geriatric, arthritic, and obese dog/cat. Course topics include: Photobiomodulation (laser therapy) for osteoarthritis Nutraceutical use for the geriatric, arthritic pet Pharmacologic management of osteoarthritis Business and marketing strategies Enrollment is now open. Veterinary professionals interested in attending this course can get more information on dates and pricing here.
