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Pet Laser Therapy

Learn more about our pet laser therapy services below.

Pet Laser Therapy in Mint Hill, NC 28227

Laser therapy is a modality used to accelerate healing. It can also be used to treat chronically painful conditions such as arthritis. It is entirely non-invasive, drug-free, and there are no side effects. Laser therapy for dogs and cats offers a complement and even an alternative to traditional pain management options including NSAIDs and opioids. We’re proud to offer this innovative pain management option at Mint Hill Animal Hospital!

How Does Laser Therapy Work?

Laser therapy uses concentrated light energy to facilitate several physiological effects including:

  • Increased cell production, which speeds up healing
  • Improved blood circulation which reduces inflammation
  • Release of endorphins, which are the body’s natural pain killers
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When Do We Use Laser Therapy?

Since laser therapy has no side effects and is safe for pets of all ages, we can use it for just about any condition that causes pain.

Common conditions where we use laser therapy include:

  • Arthritis
  • Old age aches and pains
  • Sprains, strains, and tears
  • Post-op recovery
  • Lick granulomas, hot spots, and other skin conditions
  • Ear infections
  • Wound healing
  • Neuromuscular issues such as intervertebral disc disease
  • Orthopedic issues such as hip dysplasia
  • And more

What to Expect at a Laser Therapy Session

Laser therapy for dogs and cats is personalized to their condition, as well as their coat color and thickness. Our techs will adjust the laser’s frequency just right to give your pet the longest-lasting pain relief. Sessions generally last from 10-15 minutes and many acute conditions like wound healing often need only one session to see results. However, more chronic conditions like arthritis will need a series of sessions, once or twice a week. Since laser therapy is cumulative, once your pet starts responding to treatment, we’ll be able to lengthen the amount of time between each session to once every two weeks, once a month, and so on.