Laser Therapy and Rehabilitation

Laser therapy in cats and dogs

Laser therapy provides a revolutionary new approach for treating many of our animal patients needs. From the treatment of pain following a traumatic injury to post surgery treatments to assist with wound healing, laser therapy can be a complementary and effective treatment solution for all kinds of animals. Here at West Toowoomba Vets we have invested in a class 4 laser, offering high output medical grade laser therapy to ensure our patients receive the best outcomes.

Laser for wound healing

Laser therapy can significantly reduce healing time for all kinds of wounds including:

Post surgery

We’ve found healing time to be dramatically reduced when applied at regular intervals a few times after surgery. This is particularly beneficial after major or orthopaedic surgery where full recovery may take several weeks – even months. We have had some excellent results by using the laser pre-operatively and post-operatively in cruciate surgeries, when measured by return to full movement

Open wounds

Sometimes wounds are not suitable for suturing so they need to be managed as open wounds. This invariably involves multiple, regular trips back to your vet for evaluation, cleaning and dressing. Some of these wounds require weeks of treatment to achieve total healing. In these situations the application of Laser to the wound speeds up the healing process. A win win situation for you and your pet. Clasrissa, a RSPCA case who was shot was an excellent example. With laser, her wound healed much faster than we would have thought possible.

Laser for skin conditions

Laser therapy has also been found to be beneficial for the treatment of the following skin conditions:

Infectious dermatitis
Folliculitis
Abscesses
Eosinophillic Granulomas
Insect bites / stings
Otitis externa / Interna (Ear infections)
Pyotraumatic dermatitis (Hot Spots)
Lacerations / abrasions
Burns
Pyoderma
Lick granulomas

Laser assisted rehabilitation outcomes

Using Laser Therapy, vets are able to implement rehabilitation treatment plans to restore mobility, strengthen muscles and joints and help heal animals faster while focusing on reducing pain post operatively. Studies have shown that dogs receiving laser after spinal surgery can have a return to walking in 7 days as opposed to 21 days. SASH in Sydney use it as part of their rehabilitation program – https://sashvets.com/services/sports-medicine-rehabilitation/

Laser assisted rehabilitation can be combined with other treatment modalities to reduce recovery times and enhance outcomes in the following ways:

Restore mobility after surgery
Improve function and quality of movement after an injury
Manage acute and chronic pain
Improve quality of life for the geriatric and arthritic patients
Increase strength, range of motion, endurance and performance
Reduction of pain, swelling and complications after surgery or trauma

Laser for osteoarthritis

Laser therapy is invaluable in managing pain of arthritis and degenerative joint disease. With regular treatment we find that patients move about much more freely often with reduced or no supportive medications.

Best of all …..

Laser therapy is safe, gentle and non invasive. We use it every day in our practice. Ring us on 46362027 for an appointment

What our clients say

Madison Mayson

Incredibly caring & knowledgeable staff when injured or vulnerable wildlife need attention. Thank you to all at West Toowoomba Vets. So appreciate your skills & community service.

Margaret Holmes-Middleton

A very friendly yet professional service .I take my 3 pets to the practices any time I have worries or just for their routine checks and vaccinations.
I always get the best treatment and so do my pets

Sunshine's mum

Always available and a pleasure to deal with.

Cheerio's parents

As usual everyone is very professional, friendly & caring. Even though we lost our beautiful Cheerio we really do appreciate your compassion & caring at such a difficult time. Thank you. Hard to improve on perfection but I’m sure you’s will always strive to be as good as you can.

Pumba's mum

I have always found the staff helpful and caring. I love my animals and feel they are always treated with the upmost care and respect.

Spooky's mum

Knowledgeable, friendly and caring staff. It’s always a pleasure to take my pets to this practice as they are treated like their own.

Fiona B

We can’t recommend West Toowoomba Veterinary Surgery highly enough! Michael, Christine and the vet nurses are all wonderful. They have supported us through some really difficult times with our dogs and cats. They genuinely care for us and our precious pets. The best by far!

Amber D.

I take 3 cats and have taken a guinea pig into these vets. They are affordable and more importantly my animals are calm in there presence. I won’t go anywhere else.

Havoc's dad

Prompt and thorough attention to my best mate. Options were clearly explained, with great followup

Nathan H.

West Toowoomba Vets is the best Vet in Toowoomba. Don’t go to anyone else as they listen to why you are there and care about my pet. Best vet.

Bentley's dad

At all times the staff were interested in my dog and myself, being very informative and helpful with a good care factor

Jessica B.

West Toowoomba Vets have taken care of our pets’ routine appointments and any problems that have arisen for many years now. Michael & Christine listen carefully to concerns and provide considered & knowledgeable advice and treatment options. We have been very happy with the care they’ve provided & will continue to use them well into the future

Laser Therapy

For rehabilitation and wound healing