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Laser Surgery & Therapy Centers

Ask Dr. Josh if your pet is a candidate for
Laser Surgery or Therapy? 

Laser technology can reduce the trauma to your pet, improve recovery after surgery, provides advanced treatment for pain, and often shortens hospital stays.   Therapy Info

Please call (614) 866-2290 for more information

How does a laser work?
The way a particular laser works is determined by the specific wavelength of light that it produces. For example, the most commonly used surgical laser is a CO2 laser which produces an invisible beam of light that vaporizes the water normally found in the skin and other soft tissue. Because the doctor can precisely control the laser, only a thin layer of tissue is removed, leaving the surrounding areas unaffected.

Why laser surgery?

• Less Pain - the laser automatically seals nerve endings, which means the patient feels less pain post-operatively.
• Less Bleeding - the laser seals small blood vessels during surgery.
• Less Swelling - the laser does not bruise or tear tissue, thereby reducing inflammatory responses and hastening healing.
• Quicker Recovery - decreased pain, bleeding and swelling mean that the patient can return to normal activity and the home environment sooner.

What types of procedures can a laser perform?
A laser is ideal for a wide variety of procedures including:

• Cat declaw, spays, neuters, amputations
• Oral/dental procedures
• Mass removals/dermatology
• Avian and exotic procedures

If your pet becomes a candidate for surgery, we'll talk with you about the possibility of performing the procedure via laser versus conventional surgical methods.  

Check out what people are saying about laser surgery at AccuVet.

Laser Therapy

Pain Relief   -   No Anesthesia or Sedation    -  Economical
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Love is relieving your pet’s pain with a new advanced treatment for pain relief – Laser Therapy

No pet owner wants to see their furry family member suffer from muscle and joint pain. Have you noticed your pet slowing down, having trouble with everyday movement?

As your dog ages the probability of arthritic pain increases greatly: at ages 8-10 years 27% of dogs suffer from arthritis. The numbers increase to 37% for dogs 11-13 years old.  If you've seen signs your dog is slowing down, this may be due to joint and muscle pain common in arthritis.

It is difficult to diagnose arthritic pain in cats due to their stoic nature. If you've noticed your feline friend slowing down, having problems reaching the litter box, or isolating themselves from the family, pain may be the cause.

The doctors and staff of Hillview Veterinary Clinic hate to see your pet suffer from joint and muscle pain. We have the latest laser therapy to provide an alternative solution to pain management. Ask Dr. Josh how K Laser Therapy may provide a solution to your pet's muscle and joint pain.

What advantages does Laser Therapy have over others forms of therapy?

• Does not require the use of drugs or surgery
• Less side effects or risks
• Quick and convenient
• Studies show that it is equal to or more effective than other forms of physical therapy

Benefits include:

• Non-surgical treatment
• No patient sedation or restraint required
• Extremely safe with no side effects
• Can be combined with other medications or other arthritis treatment
• Immediate results -Treated pets feel better in 12-24 hours after treatments
• No hair removal or shaving required
• Speeds healing process

Treatment for:

• Back Pain/Joint Pain
• Arthritis Pain Relief
• Wound Healing such as skin injuries and surgical incisions
• Laser therapy provides non-invasive remedies for quicker recovery after orthopedic surgery or muscular-skeletal injuries

Class IV laser therapy treatments are cumulative in nature. The length and frequency of treatments varies with your pet’s condition. The veterinarian will recommend a treatment plan specific to your pet’s condition.