Laser Therapy for Cats: Advanced Care at Love Animal Hospital & Urgent Care
Veterinary laser therapy is a cutting-edge treatment that offers a non-invasive, pain-free, surgery-free, and drug-free approach to various conditions. This advanced therapy can be seamlessly integrated with existing treatment protocols to enhance your cat’s overall care. Laser treatment for cats utilizes deep-penetrating light to trigger a series of chemical reactions known as photobiostimulation. This process not only helps alleviate pain through the release of endorphins but also stimulates injured cells to heal at an accelerated pace, ensuring your feline friend recovers faster and feels better.
How Does Laser Therapy Provide Pain Relief for Cats?
Laser treatments offer pain relief for cats through three primary mechanisms:
- Reducing inflammation by promoting vasodilation (opening of blood vessels) and activating the lymphatic drainage system, which helps decrease swelling caused by bruising or inflammation.
- Stimulating nerve cells to block pain signals from being transmitted to the brain.
- Encouraging the production of high levels of endorphins, which are natural pain-killing compounds produced by your cat’s body.
How Does Laser Therapy Provide Pain Relief for Cats?
Laser treatments offer pain relief for cats through three primary mechanisms:
- Reducing inflammation by promoting vasodilation (opening of blood vessels) and activating the lymphatic drainage system, which helps decrease swelling caused by bruising or inflammation.
- Stimulating nerve cells to block pain signals from being transmitted to the brain.
- Encouraging the production of high levels of endorphins, which are natural pain-killing compounds produced by your cat’s body.
Additional Benefits of Veterinary Laser Therapy
Beyond pain relief, laser therapy offers numerous benefits for your cat’s health:
- Increased metabolic activity
- Improved nerve function
- Reduced fibrous tissue formation
- Faster wound healing
- Accelerated tissue repair and cell growth
Additional Benefits of Veterinary Laser Therapy
Beyond pain relief, laser therapy offers numerous benefits for your cat’s health:
- Increased metabolic activity
- Improved nerve function
- Reduced fibrous tissue formation
- Faster wound healing
- Accelerated tissue repair and cell growth
Cat Health Conditions Treatable with Laser Therapy
At Love Animal Hospital & Urgent Care, our experienced veterinarians, Dr. Ryan Smith and Dr. Reid Forman, use laser therapy to treat a wide range of feline ailments, including:
- Ulcerations and open wounds
- Muscle, ligament, and tendon injuries
- Post-surgical and soft tissue trauma
- Back pain
- Neuromuscular disease
- Acute and chronic ear infections
- Gingivitis and post-op dental extractions
- Arthritis
- Degenerative Joint Disease
Many of our laser therapy patients are older cats with musculoskeletal ailments. Your feline companion may benefit from this innovative treatment if they’re experiencing pain, discomfort, or displaying any of these signs:
- Decrease in normal activity
- Reluctance to jump onto familiar surfaces
- Slowness in getting up
- Crying or moving away when petted
- Aversion to being picked up or handled
- Limping
- Decrease in grooming habits
Cat Health Conditions Treatable with Laser Therapy
At Love Animal Hospital & Urgent Care, our experienced veterinarians, Dr. Ryan Smith and Dr. Reid Forman, use laser therapy to treat a wide range of feline ailments, including:
- Ulcerations and open wounds
- Muscle, ligament, and tendon injuries
- Post-surgical and soft tissue trauma
- Back pain
- Neuromuscular disease
- Acute and chronic ear infections
- Gingivitis and post-op dental extractions
- Arthritis
- Degenerative Joint Disease
Many of our laser therapy patients are older cats with musculoskeletal ailments. Your feline companion may benefit from this innovative treatment if they’re experiencing pain, discomfort, or displaying any of these signs:
- Decrease in normal activity
- Reluctance to jump onto familiar surfaces
- Slowness in getting up
- Crying or moving away when petted
- Aversion to being picked up or handled
- Limping
- Decrease in grooming habits
Duration of Cat Laser Therapy Treatments
The duration of each laser therapy session depends on the condition and its severity. At Love Animal Hospital & Urgent Care, we utilize laser therapy on post-operative incisions to aid in pain management and promote faster healing. These treatments are typically one-time applications. Other single-session laser therapies may be used for wound care or infections.
For chronic or severe pain, we often recommend a series of treatments. Most sessions last approximately 3-8 minutes, but our veterinarians will tailor the treatment plan based on your cat’s specific condition and response. For example, we might suggest 6 weekly treatments for chronic lower back pain. Some ongoing conditions like arthritis may require regular treatments, potentially on a monthly basis to keep pain under control.
It’s important to note that laser treatments for cats have a cumulative effect, meaning each additional session contributes to greater improvement in your cat’s condition. Our experienced veterinarians, Dr. Smith and Dr. Forman, will be happy to create a customized laser treatment schedule that best suits your cat’s needs.
Duration of Cat Laser Therapy Treatments
The duration of each laser therapy session depends on the condition and its severity. At Love Animal Hospital & Urgent Care, we utilize laser therapy on post-operative incisions to aid in pain management and promote faster healing. These treatments are typically one-time applications. Other single-session laser therapies may be used for wound care or infections.
For chronic or severe pain, we often recommend a series of treatments. Most sessions last approximately 3-8 minutes, but our veterinarians will tailor the treatment plan based on your cat’s specific condition and response. For example, we might suggest 6 weekly treatments for chronic lower back pain. Some ongoing conditions like arthritis may require regular treatments, potentially on a monthly basis to keep pain under control.
It’s important to note that laser treatments for cats have a cumulative effect, meaning each additional session contributes to greater improvement in your cat’s condition. Our experienced veterinarians, Dr. Smith and Dr. Forman, will be happy to create a customized laser treatment schedule that best suits your cat’s needs.
Are There Any Side Effects?
Laser therapy for cats is considered both safe and effective across the veterinary industry, with no known side effects. This makes it an excellent option for cats who may be sensitive to medications or have other health concerns.
Are There Any Side Effects?
Laser therapy for cats is considered both safe and effective across the veterinary industry, with no known side effects. This makes it an excellent option for cats who may be sensitive to medications or have other health concerns.
Schedule Your Cat’s Laser Therapy Appointment Today
Booking an appointment for cat laser therapy at Love Animal Hospital & Urgent Care is simple and convenient. You can reach us by phone at (657) 756-5683, send us an inquiry through our website at Love.vet, or visit our clinic in person at 16161 Springdale St, Huntington Beach, CA 92649.
Our knowledgeable and compassionate veterinary team is always ready to answer any questions you may have about laser therapy or any of our other services. Don’t wait to help your feline friend start feeling better – make an appointment today and let your cat experience the benefits of our advanced laser therapy!
At Love Animal Hospital & Urgent Care, we’re committed to providing the best possible care for your cats, combining cutting-edge technology with compassionate service. Let us help your feline companion live a happier, healthier life with the power of laser therapy.
