Shining a Light on Healing: The Essentials of Integrating Laser Therapy Into Veterinary Practice

This seminar will be a brief explanation of the physics behind laser therapy and how that applies to the laser classification system and indications for laser therapy. Frequency and duration as it relates to creating a laser protocol will be covered. This seminar will include how lasers work in the body, differentiating photochemical effects on the electron transport chain of the mitochondria vs photothermal effects causing vasodilation. The different wavelengths of lasers - Violet, Green, Red, and Infrared - will be covered. Instruction on specific musculoskeletal and dermal conditions will be shared.  Attendees will be shown case studies to illustrate responses to laser therapy in practice situations. Finally, ample time for questions and answers will be provided to ensure a complete understanding.