Laser Therapy in Veterinary Medicine

Name: Laser Therapy in Veterinary Medicine
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ISBN: 9781394205325

Photobiomodulation

by Christopher J. Winkler, Lisa A. Miller

2nd Edition

Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell

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Print ISBN	9781394205325
eText ISBN	9781394205349
Publisher	Wiley-Blackwell
Publishing Year	2025
Edition	2nd Edition
Language	English
Pages	560

Laser Therapy in Veterinary Medicine: Photobiomodulation, 2nd Edition delivers detailed reference coverage of therapeutic laser applications in clinical practice. Edited by Dr. Christopher J. Winkler and Dr. Lisa A. Miller, this comprehensive reference assists veterinary practitioners, specialists, and veterinary students who aim to integrate photobiomodulation into routine patient management.

The material follows an organizing logic that moves from basic scientific principles to targeted clinical applications. Initial chapters explain laser physics, historical context, tissue-level cellular mechanisms, and essential therapy laser safety guidelines. Later sections organize practical guidance around pain management, wound repair, dermatological disorders, musculoskeletal issues, and soft-tissue conditions.

Key updates in this edition include expanded coverage on laser dosing as well as new material dedicated to oncology and urinary conditions. Treatment guidance covers a wide range of species, including dogs, cats, horses, food animals, and exotic species. The volume acts as a practical reference for academic study and clinical application.

Chapter 1: A Brief History of Laser Therapy
Chapter 2: Laser Physics in Veterinary Medicine
Chapter 3: Basic Principles of Photobiomodulation and Its Effects at the Cellular, Tissue, and System Levels
Chapter 4: General Principles of Laser Therapy
Chapter 5: Therapy Laser Safety
Chapter 6: Laser Therapy and Pain Management
Chapter 7: Intra- and Postoperative Laser Therapy
Chapter 8: Wounds
Chapter 9: Dermatological and Non-musculoskeletal Soft-Tissue Conditions
Chapter 10: Snakebites
Chapter 11: Musculoskeletal Disorders and Osteoarthritis
Chapter 12: Upper and Lower Respiratory Conditions
Chapter 13: Oral Conditions
Chapter 14: Abdominal Conditions
Chapter 15: Laser Therapy for Urinary Conditions
Chapter 16: Neurological Conditions
Chapter 17: Laser Therapy for the Geriatric Patient
Chapter 18: Laser Therapy for Feline-Specific Conditions
Chapter 19: Laser Therapy in the Oncology Patient
Chapter 20: Laser Therapy in Critical Care Patients
Chapter 21: Laser Therapy for the Canine Athlete: Performance Maintenance and Discipline-Specific Applications
Chapter 22: Laser Therapy for the Working Dog
Chapter 23: Laser Therapy in Postoperative and Injury Rehabilitation
Chapter 24: Photobiomodulation in Exotic Small Mammals
Chapter 25: Laser Therapy for Birds
Chapter 26: Laser Therapy in Reptiles
Chapter 27: Laser Therapy for Aquatic Species
Chapter 28: Zoological Applications of Laser Therapy
Chapter 29: Fundamentals of Equine Laser Therapy
Chapter 30: Administering Laser Therapy to the Equine Patient
Chapter 31: Laserpuncture for the Equine Patient
Chapter 32: Laser Therapy for the Treatment of Equine Wounds
Chapter 33: Laser Therapy in Equine Rehabilitation
Chapter 34: Laser Therapy in Food-Animal Practice
Chapter 35: Laser Acupuncture
Chapter 36: Laser Therapy in Veterinary Regenerative Medicine
Chapter 37: Successful Implementation and Marketing of Laser Therapy
Chapter 38: The Role of the Veterinary Technician in Photobiomodulation Therapy
Chapter 39: Infrared Thermal Imaging and Laser Therapy
Chapter Appendix A: Glossary
Chapter Appendix B: Certifying and Academic Laser Organizations