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title: "Therapy Laser"
description: "Non-invasive companion laser therapy for cats, reducing pain, accelerating tissue healing, and easing inflammation from arthritis and injuries."
date: "2019-05-31T06:09:03Z"
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# Therapy Laser
## Therapy Laser

### Reduce pain and inflammation.

Laser therapy can be a fantastic, non-invasive addition to your cat's healthcare routine. Useful in treating a multitude
of ailments, laser therapy can help reduce pain and inflammation, and even increase the speed of healing. So what
exactly is the laser, and how does it work?

One of the most common lasers used in veterinary medicine is the Class
IV laser, which uses an invisible beam of infrared laser light to
penetrate tissue deeply without damaging it. The laser energy induces a
biological response in certain cells, leading to increased healing, and
decreased pain and inflammation.

## A Smarter Road

Typically, your veterinarian will recommend laser therapy in addition to conventional treatments, such as medication or
surgery, but certain ailments can be treated exclusively with the laser. Lasers are commonly utilized after surgery to
help with site healing, after dental procedures to reduce gum inflammation, and on wounds. The non-invasive nature of
laser therapy makes it a great addition to your cat's healthcare needs, especially for cats suffering from degenerative
joint disease, sinusitis, and a variety of dermatological issues, including allergies and infections.

## A Better Experience

Unlike more conventional therapies, which can cause stress for your cat, laser treatment is generally a relaxing
experience. The light is delivered through a noninvasive handpiece that is applied to the affected area. Your cat simply
feels gentle, warm pressure, and treatments take just a few minutes.

## Better Patient Care

The length of each treatment is relatively quick and can vary from about two to eight minutes. Within 12 to 24 hours of
a laser treatment, many cats start feeling a little less pain and enjoy increased mobility. A laser therapy course
usually involves multiple sessions a week for several weeks. For more acute illnesses, a shorter program with more
frequent treatments is better. Conversely, chronic conditions normally require less frequent treatments over a longer
period of time.

Call us today at [(703) 520-2702](tel:+17035202702) to discuss whether laser therapy can help your cat!