Laser Research & Publications
Hypergranulating wounds on horses​​​
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This study compares the healing times of hypergranulation wounds on horses with and without debridement before treatment, evaluating four different treatment techniques.
The results are quite impressive: laser therapy at 10J/cm² shows the best outcomes, followed by red mercury, copper, silver, and bandage alone.
Tendon & Ligaments​​​
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This study evaluates the effects of High-Intensity Laser Therapy (HILT) on tendon and ligament injuries in horses. Twenty-six horses with tendinopathies and desmopathies were randomly assigned to HILT-treated or non-treated groups, with clinical and ultrasound assessments conducted. HILT showed analgesic and anti-oedema effects, reduced lesion percentage, but did not affect lesion echogenicity, supporting its use as a physiotherapeutic technique for tendon and ligament injuries in horses.
Effects of Low-Level Laser Therapy on Back Pain in Horses​​​
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This study evaluates low-level laser therapy (LLLT) and chiropractic care for treating back pain in 61 competitive western performance horses. Horses were assigned to laser therapy, chiropractic, or combined treatment groups, with outcome measures including back pain, muscle tone, and stiffness. The results show that LLLT significantly reduced back pain and stiffness, and combining LLLT with chiropractic care produced additional benefits, supporting a multimodal approach for treating back pain in horses.
Practical Rehabilitation and Physical Therapy (Equine)​​
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Physical treatment and rehabilitation are crucial for equine athletes, requiring accurate diagnosis and measurable treatment outcomes. This review covers therapeutic modalities accessible to general veterinarians, including thermal therapy, therapeutic ultrasound, extracorporeal shock wave therapy, and laser treatments. Additionally, it discusses manipulative therapies such as stretching and core strengthening exercises.
Using Short Term of High Power Laser Therapy in Horse's Tendons​
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High-power laser therapy effectively treats tendon disorders and reduces pain in injured sport horses, as shown in this study involving 50 racing horses aged 5 to 15. Significant improvements in lameness and ultrasound scores were observed following treatment, with a strong correlation between lameness improvement and tendon healing. This suggests that high-power laser therapy is a beneficial and uncomplicated method for addressing tendon damage in horses.