We now offer a drug free alternative to Pain Management!
Top Ten Biological Effects of Laser Therapy (LT)
Clinical studies and trials of laser therapy technology indicate the following beneficial effects of laser therapy on tissues and cells:
1. Anti-Inflammation. Laser Therapy has an anti-edema effect as it causes vasodilation, but also because it activates the lymphatic drainage system (drains swollen areas). As a result, there is a reduction in swelling caused by bruising or inflammation.
2. Anti-Pain (Analgesic). Laser Therapy has a high beneficial effect on nerve cells which block pain transmitted by these cells to the brain and which decreases nerve sensitivity. Also, due to less inflammation, there is less edema and less pain. Another pain blocking mechanism involves the production of high levels of pain killing chemicals such as endorphins and enkephlins from the brain and adrenal gland.
3. Accelerated Tissue Repair And Cell Growth. Photons of light from lasers penetrate deeply into tissue and accelerate cellular reproduction and growth. The laser light increases the energy available to the cell so that the cell can take on nutrients faster and get rid of waste products. As a result of exposure to laser light, the cells of tendons, ligaments and muscles are repaired faster.
4. Improved Vascular Activity. Laser light will significantly increase the formation of new capillaries in damaged tissue that speeds up the healing process, closes wounds quickly and reduces scar tissue. Additional benefits include acceleration of angiogenesis, which causes temporary vasodilatation, an increase in the diameter of blood vessels.
5. Increased Metabolic Activity. Laser Therapy creates higher outputs of specific enzymes, greater oxygen and food particle loads for blood cells.
6. Trigger Points and Acupuncture Points. Laser Therapy stimulates muscle trigger points and acupuncture points on a non-invasive basis providing musculoskeletal pain relief.
7. Reduced Fibrous Tissue Formation. Laser Therapy reduces the formation of scar tissue following tissue damage from cuts, scratches, burns or surgery.
8. Improved Nerve Function. Slow recovery of nerve functions in damaged tissue can result in numbness and impaired limbs. Laser light will speed up the process of nerve cell reconnection and increase the amplitude of action potentials to optimize muscle action.
9. Immunoreactions. Laser light has a direct effect on immunity status by stimulation of immunoglobines and lymphocytes. Laser Therapy is absorbed by chromophores (molecule enzymes) that react to laser light. The enzyme flavomono-nucleotide is activated and starts the production of ATP (adenosine-tri-phosphate), which is the major carrier of cell energy and the energy source for all chemical reactions in the cells.
10. Faster Wound Healing. Laser light stimulates fibroblast development (fibroblasts are the building blocks of collagen, which is predominant in wound healing) in damaged tissue. Collagen is the essential protein required to replace old tissue or to repair tissue injuries. As a result, Laser Therapy is effective on open wounds and burns.
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Featured Article
ANESTHESIA FOR GERIATRICS
Paula Moon, DVM, DACVA
Anesthesia Analgesia
Because our pets are living longer, it is now almost commonplace to be asked to anesthetize a dog or cat that has reached the extraordinarily old age of 18 to 22 plus years. The normal aging process these animals undergo is associated with physiologic changes that may influence the success of an anesthetic event. Some adjustments in anesthetic protocols are often necessary for such elderly patients.
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About Us Highlands Veterinary Center is a full-service veterinary medical facility, located in Chesapeake, VA. The professional and courteous staff at Highlands Veterinary Center seeks to provide the best possible medical care, surgical care and dental care for their highly-valued patients. We are committed to promoting responsible pet ownership, preventative health care and health-related educational opportunities for our clients. Highlands Veterinary Center strives to offer excellence in veterinary care to Chesapeake, VA and surrounding areas. Please take a moment to contact us today, to learn more about our veterinary practice and to find our more information about how Highlands Veterinary Center can serve the needs of you and your cherished pet. We are proud to hold accreditation by AHAA. Our hospital facility and veterinary team are voluntarily tested regularly in their anesthetic abilities, surgical and dentistry technique, pain assessment with choices in pain management, and overall excellence in careing for your babies. We are even trained in contagious disease control and isolation. (Now I'm just bragging:) Check out the column below for more AAHAs explanation............ AAHA, along with a group of veterinary experts, developed the AAHA Standards of Accreditation as benchmarks of excellence. We also developed the evaluation system where practices are regularly evaluated by a Practice Consultant to ensure they meet the AAHA’s standards. What is AAHA Accreditation? Since 1933, AAHA’s leaders and other veterinary experts have developed specific written standards for companion animal practices. These standards have undergone numerous changes, but none so significant as the 2005 enhancements. The enhanced standards were developed in order to raise the bar of veterinary excellence. We wanted to ensure they reflect the developments made over the past 10 years in veterinary medicine in addition to AAHA’s team philosophy. We recognize that practice team members make significant contributions to the delivery of quality care and the overall success of every veterinary practice. The enhanced standards of accreditation cover the following areas: Anesthesia: Methods for assessing can be found on AAHAs webpage www.aaaha.net
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Cadi
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This is Dr. Sam's welsh terrier, Cadi. She is a real Steeler fan!
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Shadow Tyler
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Mr. October of Highlands Veterinary Center!!!
Congradulations Shadow Tyler on winning the Contest we have every month.
Shadow is a handsome Border Collie. Next month's contest featured theme is Thanksgiving. You only have to have a bath or groom to be entered in the contest. Cats welcome. Good Luck to all!
Sincerly,
Jennifer Grimes
Groomer/Dog Trainer
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Zoe the Magnificent
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Capone
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Mila
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Mila
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In the snow!
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Cody
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our baby
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Cody
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our baby
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Shiro
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my best friend forever
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Niki
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Niki "the party dog" forever in our hearts, forever missed...
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Reception
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Highlands Veterinary Center opened February 24, 1999.
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Reception
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Here is our front desk.
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Reception
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We have separate dog & cat waiting areas.
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Reception
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We sell Hill's Prescription & Science diets in our retail section.
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Grooming
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Here is where Jennifer the Groomer does her best work.
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Exam Rooms
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Exam room 1 is for our feline friends.
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Exam Rooms
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Exam room 2 is for our smaller canine friends.
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Exam Rooms
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Exam room 3 is for our large canine friends. It has a lift table to ease the examination process.
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Laboratory
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We have a full service in-house laboratory.
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Laboratory
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Our state of the art lab equipment offers Complete Blood Counts, Blood Chemistries, and Thyroid Profiles.
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Pharmacy
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We have a full service in-house pharmacy.
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Treatment/Surgery Prep Room
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Here is the main treatment room where most of our procedures are performed.
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Treatment/Surgery Prep Room
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Our treatment room has an oxygen/ICU cage, a dental station, and two exam tables.
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Laser Surgery
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We have a state of the art CO2 laser to perform a multitude of surgical procedures
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Laser Surgery
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Our Laser is an Aesculight 2010 CO2 laser.
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Radiology
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We offer digital radiology for filmless xrays.
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Boarding
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Canine Ward 1 has 12 large runs & 11 cages for boarding & hospitalization.
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Boarding
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Canine Ward 2 has 11 cages for our smaller canines
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Boarding
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We have a separate feline ward for a more relaxed atmosphere for feline friends.
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