Laser Therapy

Assiniboia Animal Hospital

3050 Portage
Winnipeg, MB R3K 0Y1

(204)889-5570

www.assiniboiavet.ca

Laser Therapy for Pets

Gentle, Effective Healing

 

Laser Therapy Services

At Assiniboia Animal Hospital, we are committed to providing your pet with the latest advancements in veterinary care. One of the most effective, non-invasive treatments we offer is therapeutic laser therapy—a safe, drug-free way to reduce pain and promote healing in dogs, cats, and other companion animals.

 


 

What Is Therapeutic Laser Therapy?

 

Dog ready for laser therapy services

What Should I Expect During a Session?

Laser therapy sessions are calm and soothing—most pets relax and even enjoy the treatment! Sessions typically last 5 to 15 minutes,
depending on the condition being treated.

A series of treatments may
be recommended for optimal results.

Is Laser Therapy Right for Your Pet?

Whether your pet is recovering from surgery, managing chronic pain, or simply needs a wellness boost, laser therapy may be a great fit.

Contact us today to schedule a consultation and see how this innovative treatment can help your furry friend feel their best!

 


 

Benefits of Laser Therapy

 

Laser Therapy Services

»Pain Relief

Laser therapy helps to relieve both acute and chronic pain by reducing inflammation and blocking pain signals. It’s commonly used to treat arthritis, joint disorders, and post-surgical discomfort.

»Accelerated Healing
& Tissue Repair

Whether recovering from surgery or injury, pets heal faster with laser treatments. It improves blood flow to the affected area, delivering
nutrients and oxygen needed for tissue repair.

»Reduced Inflammation
& Swelling

The anti-inflammatory effects of laser therapy can help manage conditions like ear infections, dermatitis, or dental disease by reducing swelling and discomfort.

»Improved Mobility

For senior pets or those with orthopedic issues, laser therapy can improve joint flexibility and reduce stiffness—restoring a better quality of life.

»Non-Invasive & Drug-Free

Laser treatments are quick, painless, and don’t require sedation.

This makes it a great option for pets that may not tolerate medications well or need a gentle alternative to surgery.

 


 

Conditions Treated with Laser Therapy:

 

Laser Therapy Services

Post-Surgical/Wounds


• Abscesses
• Amputation (post-op)
• Aural hematoma (post-op)
• Burns
• Cranial cruciate ligament repair (post-op)
• Cystotomy (post or intra-op)
• Declaw (post-op)
• Degloving injury
• Enterotomy (post or intra-op)
• Hematoma (post-op)
• Incisional healing
• Orthopedic/Fracture repair (post-op)
• Post-operative pain relief
• Ischemia/reperfusion injury
• Skin graft (post-op)
• Spay/Neuter (post-op)
• Wounds

Dental


• Post-dental cleaning (pain management)
• Extractions (pain management)
• Gingivitis
• Indolent ulcers
• Periodontal disease
• Stomatitis
• Tooth root abscess

Musculoskeletal Disorders


• Acupuncture
• Biceps tendonitis
• Cranial cruciate ligament disease (pain management)
• Elbow dysplasia
• Epiphysitis
• Fracture healing (delayed or nonunion)
• Hip dysplasia
• Hypertrophic osteodystrophy
• Iliopsoas injury
• Immune-mediated polyarthritis
• Muscle injury (sprains/strains)
• Myositis
• Osteoarthritis/degenerative joint disease
• Osteochondritis dissecans (pain
management)
• Panosteitis
• Rehabilitation
• Tendon/ligament injury

Abdominal Disorders


• Diarrhea (various causes/symptoms)
• Ileus
• Inflammatory bowel disease
• Pancreatitis
• Peritonitis

Thoracic Disorders


• Asthma
• Bronchitis
• Collapsing trachea (acute distress relief)
• Infectious tracheobronchitis
• Laryngeal paralysis (acute distress relief)
• Pneumonia
• Pulmonary fibrosis
• Rhinitis/sinusitis
• Smoke/chemical inhalation

Dermatologic Disorders


• Abscesses
• Anal sacculitis
• Aural hematoma (post-op)
• Burns
• Demodicosis (pain management)
• Eosinophilic granuloma complex
• Feline acne
• Hygroma
• Infections (bacterial and fungal)
• Interdigital cyst
• Juvenile cellulitis
• Lick granuloma
• Mastitis
• Non-inflammatory alopecia
• Otitis
• Perianal fistula
• Pododermatitis
• Pyoderma
• Pyotraumatic dermatitis
• Skin graft (post-op)
• Vasculitis
• Wounds

Neurological Disorders


• Acupuncture
• Brachial plexus injury
• Canine cognitive disorder
• Degenerative myelopathy
• Discospondylitis
• Fibrocartilaginous embolism
• Geriatric onset laryngeal paralysis
polyneuropathy
• Intervertebral disc disease
• Lumbosacral disease
• Meningitis
• Myositis
• Neuropathy
• Paresis/paralysis
• Peripheral nerve injury
• Rehabilitation

Urinary Tract Disorders


• Chronic kidney disease
• Cystitis/FUS/FLUTD
• Cystotomy (post or intra-op)
• Lower urinary tract infection
• Urinary tract obstruction (pain management)

 

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