Laser Therapy at Academy Animal Hospital in Solana Beach, CA
Help your pet feel better and heal faster with our advanced K-Laser Class IV laser therapy. This non-invasive, pain-free treatment accelerates healing, improves mobility, and enhances your pet’s comfort. Whether dealing with chronic pain, post-surgery recovery, or wound healing, our laser therapy is designed to give your pet the care they need.
What is Laser Therapy?
Laser therapy, scientifically known as photobiomodulation, uses laser light to promote healing by penetrating deep into tissues. Unlike regular light, laser light is coherent, monochromatic, collimated, and polarized, allowing it to reach deeper tissues and activate cellular processes. These effects include accelerated tissue repair, reduced inflammation, and pain relief.
How Does Laser Therapy Work?
Laser therapy influences cell chemistry by activating or inhibiting chromophores—pigmented molecules within cells. This process boosts the production of ATP (adenosine triphosphate), which accelerates cellular functions. It also helps reduce pain and inflammation by promoting the release of endogenous chemicals and hormones. The therapy produces a gentle warmth at the treatment site, providing additional comfort for your pet.
Benefits of Laser Therapy
- Accelerated tissue repair and cell growth
- Faster wound healing
- Reduced scar tissue formation
- Anti-inflammatory effects
- Pain relief (analgesic effects)
When is Laser Therapy Beneficial?
Laser therapy can be an excellent option for managing chronic pain, aiding recovery, and promoting overall well-being. Here are some conditions that can benefit from laser therapy:
Pain Management
Laser therapy is an excellent option for managing chronic pain in pets. It is a non-invasive, progressive treatment that complements or can even replace drug regimens for some conditions.
Wound Healing
Laser therapy accelerates the healing process for wounds and surgical incisions, resulting in stronger tissues, reduced scarring, and faster recovery.
Rehabilitation
For musculoskeletal injuries and post-orthopedic surgeries, laser therapy provides a non-invasive solution that speeds up recovery and improves mobility.
Common Conditions Treated with Laser Therapy
- Osteoarthritis (Degenerative Joint Disease)
- Muscle, ligament, and tendon injuries
- Ulcerations and open wounds
- Post-surgical pain and healing
- Other soft tissue trauma
- Back pain
- Neuromuscular disease
What to Expect During Laser Therapy
Laser therapy is typically a relaxing and pleasant experience for pets. Sedation is usually not required, and pets do not need to have their fur clipped. Each session lasts between 2 to 8 minutes, depending on the size and number of treatment sites.
Treatment Schedule
While some improvement may be noticed after the first treatment, most pets require several sessions (3 to 8) to achieve full results. For chronic pain, we typically recommend treatments twice a week for the first four weeks, followed by maintenance sessions every 4 to 6 weeks.
If you believe your pet could benefit from laser therapy or would like more information, call us at (858) 703-5749 or visit the K-Laser website for further details.
Veterinary Services in Solana Beach, CA
Wellness Exams
Spay and Neuter
Dental Care
Vaccinations
Senior Pet Care
Emergency Pet Care
Microchipping
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Surgery
Boarding
In-Home Veterinary Care
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Location
741 Academy Drive
Solana Beach, CA 92075
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Hours of Operation
Mon - Fri: 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Sat - Sun: Closed
Contact Info
Phone: 858-755-1511
Fax: 858-755-1511
Email: academyvets@hotmail.com
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