We now have a new pain relief for your pets

High-power therapy laser provides safe, non-invasive solution for pain management, wound healing and rehabilitation
Our practice has become the first in the area to invest in Class IV Laser Therapy for its patients. Dogwood Veterinary Hospital now has a new way to treat chronic pain and acute injuries. High-energy laser therapy can penetrate deeply into the body to diminish pain and stimulate healing.

Many pets suffer from chronic pain due to arthritis caused by hip dysplasia, spondylosis, traumatic injury, etc. A class of drugs, non-steroid anti-inflammatories (NSAIDS), has provided significant relief from pain, but long-term use of these drugs can have some undesirable effects. In addition, some animals are NSAID-intolerant. Cats are particularly sensitive to some of these medications, so there are fewer pain-management options available for the feline patient. K Laser provides a safe solution for them.

K Laser is a new type of therapy laser that can provide remarkable relief from chronic pain. It penetrates to considerable depth and has programmable protocols for specific veterinary conditions. K Laser has also shown very good results when used on surgical incisions and wounds; traumatized tissue swells less and heals more quickly when treated with the device. Treatments last about 2-5 minutes per site and are completely comfortable for the patient.

K Laser received its FDA clearance for human use in January, 2005. It has been available to the veterinary profession for a little over a year, and is in use in more than 100 veterinary practices. It is estimated that more than 4,500 dogs, cats and horses have benefited from the therapy. (So have a growing number of birds, snakes and turtles.)
The doctors and the veterinary healthcare team evaluated K Laser on some of their own patients. Clinical results and client enthusiasm compelled them to add this important new modality to their medical offerings.

The practice has staff members who have been trained in K Laser use and applications. They are ready to answer clients' questions about suitability for their pet's condition. Clients interested in knowing more can contact them.