Trumann Animal Clinic

Laser Therapy

What Are The Benefits of Laser Therapy For Your Dogs? Dog laser therapy may help treat a wide range of conditions on its own or as part of a multimodal treatment plan. Below are some reasons you might book your dog some sessions. 🐾 Osteoarthritis Because osteoarthritis is one of the most common conditions seen in dogs, Dr. Amstutz says it’s the one laser therapy is used to treat most often, and study results are promising. “Laser therapy is purported to be beneficial in managing chronic pain and inflammation, such as is seen in conditions like arthritis,” Dr. Kieves says. “The light energy can help reduce pain by decreasing nerve sensitivity and lowering inflammation through the reduction of pro-inflammatory mediators.” 🐾 Post-Surgical Recovery Laser therapy could be particularly helpful for dogs with weight-bearing and gait issues while recovering from TPLO surgery after a cruciate injury (a key ligament in a dog’s knee). It’s also used for managing pain and inflammation and promoting accelerated healing at surgery incision sites. 🐾 Wound Healing “The efficacy of laser therapy in wound healing and treating skin conditions is variable,” Dr. Kieves says. “Some studies show positive results in enhancing skin repair and treating conditions like dermatitis or hotspots, and others don’t find significant improvements compared to traditional treatments.” However, when dogs have chronic wounds (like lick granulomas or elbow hygromas), it’s certainly worth considering as part of the toolbox of treatment options. Other Potential Applications 🐾 General pain: Including alleviating muscle soreness and soft tissue sprain or strain injuries.� 🐾 Dental healing: “A lot of veterinarians use lasers after they’ve done a tooth extraction,” Dr. Amstutz says. She explains that solid research on the human side shows this can help speed up the healing process.� 🐾 Reducing inflammation: For example, when it’s associated with chroni

Sometimes when Tarsha goes missing we wonder what she's doing but if you know Tarsha- she always puts our animals wellbeing first! #tarshatuesday

Richard and Fidgey

Who knew Richard had a good side? He loves his buddy Fidgey!

Doc highlights the benefits of keeping your dogs ears clean by making sure you remove excess hair, including the prevention of ear infections and other issues. Finishing up with a drying ear agent to help keep the ears fresh! A BIG thank you to Lucy Jennings for being a such a good patient!

Who said you can't teach an old cat new tricks? Happy Monday from Richrd and Julianna!

CLIENT TESTIMONIAL: LIBRELLA Our client Ryan told us that his dog, Vegas, was having trouble getting up and down and was avoiding the stairs. She came in today for her 2nd Librella injection. He says that Librella has helped her immensely and that she's moving around with less strain and has no trouble jumping in and out of the truck! If you have questions about how Librella can improve your pet's mobility, call Trumann Animal Clinic today!

Let's get ready to rumble! Some catnip was spilled on the counter and now Richard and Jill are duking it out to stake their catnip claim! Who's your money on? 🥊

PulseVet

TAC has been very impressed with the results we've seen during our PulseVet treatment sessions. Let us help you improve your pet's pain level. Trumann Animal Clinic's Pulsevet Shock wave therapy unit provides another method of pain control for your pet. Keep reading to learn more about the treatment and how it may benefit your furry friend. 🐾How can PulseVet help my animal? The machine is used to decrease pain and improve healing in conditions affecting muscles, joints, tendons, or bone. What conditions is PulseVet used to treat? - osteoarthritis - soft tissue strains (tendinopathies) - pain management - fractures that aren’t healing normally (delayed or non-union fractures) 🐾 How does it work? PulseVet uses sound waves to influence tissue changes. Unlike therapeutic ultrasound, the sound waves produced during the treatment are very fast (high velocity), very high pressure, and don’t generate heat. The treatment starts as a sudden change in pressure that causes high energy sound waves to be released. This process is similar to a bolt of lightning rapidly changing the air pressure and causing sound waves in the form of thunder that may rattle your windows. While thunder is a very unfocused form of shockwave, PulseVet uses focused, high-energy sound waves (shockwaves) to transmit energy into tissues. When used appropriately, these treatments can result in decreased pain, decreased inflammation, and improved healing of both bone and soft tissue. As the waves pass through the layers of tissue, skin, subcutaneous tissue, fascia, muscle, etc., they release energy that stimulates a change in these tissues at the cellular level. By using the right setting and positioning, PulseVet can target specific areas like tendons and joints. When used appropriately, ESWT can result in decreased pain, decreased inflammation, and improved healing of both bone and soft tissue. 🐾 What are the different types of shockwave therapy? There are three different ways of ge

Cyst Popping Time

It's cyst popping time! Daisy was in for an acupuncture treatment when Doc noticed she had a dermoid cyst so it was time to multi-task! Acupuncture consists of inserting of thin needles into specific points on the body to stimulate energy flow and promote healing. Here are a few potential benefits that acupuncture can offer to improve the wellbeing of our pets: 🐾 Pain Management: Acupuncture is commonly utilized to manage pain in pets, particularly those suffering from chronic conditions such as arthritis, joint dysplasia, or back problems. The stimulation of acupuncture points triggers the release of endorphins and other natural pain-relieving substances, offering relief without relying solely on medication. 🐾 Muscle Relaxation and Mobility: Pets recovering from injuries or surgeries can benefit from acupuncture sessions, which help relax muscles and reduce muscle spasms. By promoting better blood circulation and oxygenation to affected areas, acupuncture can aid in the healing process and improve overall mobility. 🐾 Stress and Anxiety Reduction: Many pets experience stress and anxiety, especially during visits to the veterinarian or when faced with changes in their environment. Acupuncture can help calm their nervous system by promoting relaxation and reducing anxiety, which can be especially valuable for pets with behavioral issues or those prone to separation anxiety. 🐾 Support for Chronic Conditions: Acupuncture can be a valuable addition to traditional medical treatments for chronic diseases such as kidney disease, asthma, and gastrointestinal disorders. It aims to support the body's natural healing processes and enhance the effectiveness of conventional therapies. 🐾 Enhanced Quality of Life for Senior Pets: As pets age, they may experience a decline in energy levels, joint discomfort, and reduced overall wellbeing. Acupuncture can provide senior pets with relief from age-related ailments, promote vitality, and improve their overall q

Our friend Bob Tail has a spinal cord injury and has recently come to TAC for acupuncture treatments. We've already seen improvements in his mobility. If you have questions about how your pet could benefit from this treatment, give us a call. Every acupuncture patient receives a free nail trim!

This week's Tarsha Tuesday features Tarsha getting a cat prepped for surgery along with Richard and Becky supervising and Doc narrating. We are so appreciative of Tarsha and her tireless dedication to our clients at TAC! #tac #wearethebest #TarshaTuesday

If you have a dog that needs to learn a few tricks just let them spend a few minutes with Marty! We are so lucky to have her on staff. She has an amazing attitude everyday and is truly a dog whisperer!