22/07/2025
Equine laser therapy, also known as photobiomodulation, uses light energy to stimulate cellular activity, aiding in pain relief, reduced inflammation, and faster healing for horses. It's a drug-free and downtime-minimizing approach beneficial for various injuries, including wounds, tendon and ligament issues, muscle strains, and arthritis
How it works: Laser therapy involves delivering focused light energy to injured tissues. This light is absorbed by cells, triggering biological processes that enhance healing, increase blood circulation, and reduce inflammation.
Benefits:
Reduced Inflammation:
Laser therapy can help modulate inflammatory markers, leading to faster recovery from exertion or injury.
Pain Relief:
It stimulates the release of natural pain-relieving substances (beta-endorphins) and enhances acetylcholine activity, reducing pain perception.
Accelerated Healing:
Increased blood flow and oxygen delivery to the affected area support cell repair and regeneration, promoting faster healing.
Improved Muscle Function:
By increasing circulation and stimulating tissue repair, it can improve muscle elasticity and reduce stiffness.
Minimized Downtime:
Non-invasive and typically requires no sedation or recovery period, allowing horses to continue training when appropriate.
Common Injuries it Helps:
Wounds: Laser therapy can accelerate wound healing, improve skin development, and prevent infections.
Tendon and Ligament Injuries: It can be beneficial for injuries to the suspensory ligament, deep digital flexor tendon, and other tendons and ligaments.
Muscle Strains and Sprains: Laser therapy can aid in the recovery of muscle strains and sprains, reducing pain and inflammation.
Arthritis: It can help manage arthritic joint pain and inflammation.
Edema and Muscle Spasms: Laser therapy can reduce swelling and muscle spasms.
What to Expect:
A typical laser therapy session involves the application of the laser device to the affected area. The duration and intensity of the treatment will vary depending on the injury and individual needs of the horse.
Customer Testimonials:
Many horse owners and trainers have reported positive results with equine laser therapy, including faster healing times, reduced pain, and a quicker return to performance.
It can be used on various areas of the body, including joints, tendons, ligaments, and muscles.
