Laser Therapy for Pets in Bellevue, WA
At Animal Wellness and Rehab Center, we offer therapeutic laser therapy, an innovative, drug-free way to treat pain and inflammation in dogs and cats. Laser therapy uses specific wavelengths of light to stimulate healing at the cellular level, improving circulation, reducing swelling, and speeding recovery. Treatments are non-invasive and painless, and most pets find them relaxing. Laser therapy is a cornerstone of our rehabilitation and pain management programs.
How Laser Therapy Works
Therapeutic laser, sometimes called cold laser or photobiomodulation, delivers light energy into the tissues. This energy is absorbed by cells and helps them produce energy more efficiently, which can accelerate tissue repair, decrease inflammation, and reduce pain signals. Because it has no known side effects when properly applied, laser therapy is an excellent option for pets who can’t tolerate certain medications.
Conditions Laser Therapy Can Help
- Arthritis and joint pain
- Hip dysplasia
- Ligament sprains and muscle strains
- Post-surgical and post-trauma pain and swelling
- Wounds, dog and cat bites, and snake or bug bites
- Hot spots and lick granulomas
- Feline acne and feline asthma
- Back and neck pain, including disc disease
What to Expect During Treatment
Most laser sessions take only a few minutes per area. Your pet may feel a gentle warmth, and many lie down and relax during treatment. Acute injuries often improve with just a few sessions, while chronic conditions such as arthritis usually begin with several treatments close together followed by maintenance sessions. Laser therapy pairs especially well with rehabilitation therapy, acupuncture, shockwave therapy, and our pain management services, and is often used after orthopedic surgery to support healing.
Pet Laser Therapy FAQs
Does laser therapy hurt my pet?
No. Laser therapy is painless. Most pets feel a gentle warmth and often relax during treatment.
What conditions does laser therapy treat?
Laser therapy is used for arthritis, joint pain, sprains, strains, wounds, hot spots, lick granulomas, post-surgical pain, and more.
How many laser treatments will my pet need?
Acute injuries may improve in a few sessions, while chronic conditions like arthritis typically need a series of treatments followed by maintenance visits.
How long does a laser therapy session take?
Most sessions take just a few minutes per treatment area.
Is laser therapy safe for cats?
Yes. Laser therapy is safe for cats and can help with arthritis, wounds, feline acne, and other conditions.
Can laser therapy be used with other treatments?
Yes. Laser therapy works well alongside medications, acupuncture, chiropractic care, and rehabilitation therapy.
Relieve Your Pet’s Pain Naturally
Find out if laser therapy is right for your pet. Call Animal Wellness and Rehab Center at (425) 455-8900 or request an appointment online.