Low Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) with Respond™ Cold Laser

After speaking with several FEI Dressage professionals who have had excellent results with cold laser treatments, as well as Tom Meyers, US Olympic Dressage Team physical therapist, Acadia Equine Rehabilitation was convinced that adding the Respond 2400 XL Cold Laser would benefit its clients.

The Respond 2400 XL is a class IIIB cold laser. They are called cold lasers or soft lasers because they do not emit heat and therefore do not cause tissue damage. This device is FDA approved as “non-significant risk” device.

At this time, scientific studies indicate that cold lasers are more effective at penetrating the skin than LEDs (Light Emitting Diodes) and are therefore more effective. Laser light is able to penetrate through tissue layers and help to stimulate cellular energy and metabolic processes which promote healing and tissue regeneration (including increased collagen and epithelial production). Cold Laser light can also stimulate the release of natural pain killing endorphins within the body which facilitate long lasting pain relief.

To read more about the benefits and effects of LLLT demonstrated by thousands of double blind studies done in both clinical and laboratory settings, please see the Laser FAQ site that Respond has put together.

Cold Lasers are often used for:

• Tendon and ligament strains, tears, lesions, bowed tendons
• Wounds
• Sore muscles and bruises, sore backs
• Non-invasive way to stimulate acupressure points
• Navicular, bruised feet, laminitis

Local veterinarians are supportive of using cold laser in addition to regular treatment protocols for soft tissue injuries and wounds. The Respond cold laser is also a great tool for massage therapy in helping to treat trigger points.

Canine protocols for the Respond Cold Laser are also available.

Acadia Equine Rehabilitation is happy to treat issues that have already been diagnosed by your veterinarian with the Respond Cold Laser as an added modality to those already prescribed and overseen by this veterinarian. AER feels very strongly that veterinarian diagnosis, treatment, and continuing consultation are essential for effective therapy.