Laser therapy

Lasers are used in rehabilitation to modulate cellular function. This process is known as ‘photobiostimulation’. Laser have been reported to modulate several biologic processes such as ATP synthesis and mitochondrial respiration to accelerate both joint and wound healing and to promote muscle regeneration.

Positive Effects of Laser Therapy:

• Anti-inflammation: Laser Therapy reduces inflammation with vasodilation, reduction of pro-inflammatory mediators and activation of the lymphatic drainage system. As a result, bruising, edema and inflammation are reduced.
• Analgesic effect: Laser therapy produces a suppression of nociceptors or pain receptors, an increased release of tissue endorphins and an increase of stimulation threshold. The result is a decreased perception of pain in animals.
• Improved nerve function: Laser therapy accelerates nerve cell regeneration.
• Enhancement of immune cells to combat pathogens or infections.
• Quicker wound healing: Laser stimulates fibroblasts that produce collagen which is important for wound healing.

Conditions that May Benefit from the Use of Laser Therapy:

• Arthritis;
• Post-operative pain and inflammation;
• Joint swelling and wound healing;
• Tendon/ligament injuries;
• Muscle spasm/trigger points;
• Iliopsoas and other muscle strains;
• Neurological disorders including intervertebral disc disease (IVDD).

For a Laser therapy consultation, please contact us at the Animal Rehabilitation Centre.