Hayes Barton Animal Hospital is one of the few hospitals in the Triangle area with the K-Laser therapeutic laser.

What is laser therapy?  "Photobiomodulation is the scientific term for K-Laser's effect on tissue. Deep-penetrating photons from the laser influence cell chemistry in a variety of beneficial ways. In addition, the infrared wavelengths create a warm sensation in your pet's body at the precise location requiring treatment. Treatment time, power and laser pulse frequency are based on your pet's individual condition and body size."

Basically, the laser stimulates the body to heal and strengthen itself.

Laser therapy is not painful, requiring neither sedation nor strict restraint.  At most the patient will feel a slightly warm sensation at the site.  This can help the patient with:

• Arthritis [Degenerative Joint Disease]  (It is especially effective in combination with other therapies including Adequan, glucosamine and fatty acid supplementation, and anti-inflammatory medications.)