Laser Therapy at Copthorne Vets

We are delighted to be able to offer our patients laser therapy for the treatment of several conditions including arthritis, skin problems and wound healing.

Laser therapy stimulates the body’s inherent healing mechanisms via a process called photobiomodulation. Through a combination of different wavelengths, power and frequency of laser light K-LASER is able to achieve improved healing times, pain reduction, increased circulation and decreased swelling.

Laser Therapy has been utilised in human and animal medicine for many decades, however recent technical advances in laser miniaturisation has allowed laser therapy to be used for a wider range of patients.

Normally patient sedation/restraint is not required during treatment, indeed most pets find the experience pleasant. Treatment times vary in length depending upon the condition and the size of your animal, but the majority are less than 8 minutes. Often improvement can be seen after the first visit, however Class IV Laser Therapy treatment is cumulative in nature so for most conditions patients will require several repeat treatments for greatest benefit.

What can Laser Therapy be used for?

• Joint Pain and Osteoarthritis
• Tendonitis
• Edema and Congestion
• Chronic pain / Lameness
• Fractures / Sprains / Strains
• Trauma, Puncture Wounds
• Dermatitis
• Neck and Back Pain
• Hip Dysplasia
• Burns, Infected & Chronic Wounds
• Rehabilitation
• Recovery from surgery

If you would like to know more about laser therapy and how it might benefit your pet please get in touch and we will be more than happy to help!