S43E - New Research in Photobiomodulation: Laser Therapy in Veterinary Practice

Sunday, February 19, 2023

3:00 PM – 3:50 PM

Location: Mandalay Bay J, Level 2

Earn 1 CE Hours

Sponsored By

COMPANION ANIMAL HEALTH BY LITECURE

Presenter(s)

Lisa A. Miller, DVM, CCRT

Vice President Clinical Veterinary Medicine
Companion Animal Health
New Castle, Delaware, United States

Moderator(s)

Holly Weber, DVM

Best Friends Animal Hospital
Sarasota, FL, United States

In this lecture, updates on the science behind photobiomodulation (laser therapy) and its use in general veterinary practice will be discussed. Principles of how this non-invasive modality can decrease inflammation, treat pain, and benefit healing in a variety of conditions in veterinary medicine will be covered. Recent research will be presented alongside real-world cases treated by veterinarians worldwide. The attendee will have an understanding of the science of photobiomodulation and examples of cases that will apply to their own daily veterinary practice.

Learning Objectives:

Gain an understanding of the principles of PBM and how to dose for a variety of common conditions in veterinary medicine
Gain awareness of recent publication updates utilizing PBM
Learn practical tools for achieving success in using PBM for a variety of veterinary applications