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Laser therapy in veterinary medicine : photobiomodulation / edited by Ronald J. Riegel, John C. Godbold, Jr.
- Format:
- Book
- Language:
- English
- Subjects (All):
- Veterinary medicine.
- Lasers in veterinary medicine.
- Physical Description:
- 1 online resource (513 pages)
- Edition:
- 1st ed.
- Place of Publication:
- Chichester, West Sussex, England : Wiley-Blackwell, 2017.
- Summary:
- Laser Therapy in Veterinary Medicine: Photobiomodulation is a complete guide to using therapeutic lasers to treat veterinary patients, focusing on practical information. * Offers a comprehensive resource for incorporating therapeutic lasers in veterinary practice * Focuses on practical information tailored for the veterinary clinic * Written by 37 leading experts in veterinary laser therapy * Provides a thorough foundation on this standard-of-care modality * Emphasizes clinical applications with a real-world approach
- Contents:
- Intro
- Title Page
- Copyright Page
- Contents
- About the Editors
- List of Contributors
- Foreword
- Preface
- Disclaimer
- Part I The History of Laser Therapy
- Chapter 1 The History of Laser Therapy
- Introduction
- Heliotherapy in the Modern World
- The Laser is Born
- The Evolution of Laser Therapy Equipment
- Photobiomodulation: A New Name
- Conclusion
- References
- Part II The Theory and Science of Laser Therapy
- Chapter 2 Fundamental Information
- Nomenclature
- Basic Terminology
- The Components of a Laser
- The Electromagnetic Spectrum
- The Three Properties of Laser Light
- Laser Classifications
- Modes of Emission
- Application Techniques
- Dosing
- Frequency of Treatment and Management Protocols
- Chapter 3 Laser Physics in Veterinary Medicine
- Flavors of Light
- Interactions
- Units You Have Heard Of (Hopefully)
- Deciding Dose
- Knobs to Turn
- More than Just Dose
- On and Off (and On and Off)
- Chapter 4 Therapy Laser Safety
- Function of the American National Standards Institute and the Laser Institute of America
- Laser Hazard Classification
- Laser Beam-Related Hazards and Hazard Prevention
- Non-Beam Hazards
- Administrative Controls
- Chapter 5 Basic Principles of Photobiomodulation and Its Effects at the Cellular, Tissue, and System Levels
- Photobiomodulation: Nomenclature History
- Making Sense of Commonly Used Device and Treatment Parameter Terminology
- PBM Device and Treatment Parameters Based on Location of Target Tissue
- Photoacceptors
- Cellular Signaling Molecules
- PBMT Effects at the Molecular, Organelle, Cellular, and System Level
- Acknowledgements
- Part III Practical Applications of Laser Therapy.
- Chapter 6 General Principles of Laser Therapy
- Therapeutic Dosing
- Preparation for Laser Therapy
- Laser Therapy Application Techniques
- Training and Expertise
- Laser Therapy Treatment Plans
- Chapter 7 Contraindications, Special Considerations, and Precautions
- Contraindications
- Special Considerations
- Precautions
- False Contraindications
- Part IV Clinical Applications of Laser Therapy in Companion Animals
- Chapter 8 Laser Therapy and Pain Management
- Consequence of Untreated Pain
- Examining the Pain Pathway
- PBMT and the Pain Pathway
- Putting Theory into Practice: Incorporating Laser Therapy for Pain
- Measuring Success in a Clinical Setting
- Surgical Pain Multimodal Management
- Acute Pain Multimodal Management
- Chronic Pain Multimodal Management
- Chapter 9 Intra- and Postoperative Laser Therapy
- Overview
- Intraoperative Laser Therapy
- Postoperative Laser Therapy
- Clinical Examples of Intra- and Postoperative Laser Therapy Application
- Chapter 10 Wounds
- Wound Healing
- Effects of Laser Therapy on Wound Healing
- Optimal Parameters for Laser Therapy
- Basic Principles of Laser Wound Therapy
- Wound Classification and Treatment
- Chapter 11 Dermatological and Non‐musculoskeletal Soft-Tissue Conditions
- Acral Lick Dermatitis
- Acute Moist Dermatitis, Hot Spots, and Pyotraumatic Dermatitis
- Anal Sacculitis and Anal Sac Abscess
- Aural Hematoma
- Bacterial Folliculitis
- Canine Non-Inflammatory Alopecia
- Deep-Tissue Infections, Abscesses, and Cellulitis
- Elbow Hygroma
- Otitis Externa
- Perianal Fistulas
- Pododermatitis
- References.
- Chapter 12 Snake Bites
- Literature Review
- Treatment
- Chapter 13 Musculoskeletal Disorders and Osteoarthritis
- Physiological Effects of PBMT
- Searching for Evidence and Understanding the Literature
- Importance of Proper Examination and Diagnostics
- Patient Preparation and Treatment Technique
- Use of PBMT with Metal Implants and Sutures
- Dosimetry for Musculoskeletal Conditions
- Treatment Session Frequency
- Osteoarthritis and Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Temporomandibular Joint Disorders
- Myopathies and Myositis
- Tendinopathies
- Cranial Cruciate Ligament Injuries
- Fractures and Bone Healing
- Osteomyelitis
- Neck and Back Pain
- Common Reasons for Perceived Treatment Failure or Inconsistent Results
- Chapter 14 Upper and Lower Respiratory Conditions
- Upper Respiratory Conditions
- Lower Respiratory and Thoracic Conditions
- Chapter 15 Oral Conditions
- Oral Inflammatory Conditions
- Oral Wounds
- Other Oral Conditions
- Chapter 16 Abdominal Conditions
- Gastrointestinal Disorders
- Urinary Disorders
- Prostate
- Case Studies
- Chapter 17 Neurological Conditions
- Pain
- Intervertebral Disk Disease
- Peripheral Nerve Injuries
- Transcranial PBMT
- Degenerative Myelopathy
- Chapter 18 Laser Therapy for the Geriatric Patient
- Important PBM Effects in Geriatric Patient Management
- Utilization of Laser Therapy in Geriatric Patients
- Final Considerations
- Chapter 19 Feline-Specific Conditions
- Individualized Feline Treatment Plans
- How to Calculate a Laser Therapy Treatment Dose.
- Feline-Specific Conditions
- Part V Clinical Applications of Laser Therapy in Canine Sports Medicine
- Chapter 20 Laser Therapy for the Canine Athlete
- Laser Therapy for the Canine Athlete
- Sports Injuries in the Canine Athlete and Response to Laser Therapy
- Laser Therapy Application in Musculoskeletal Injuries
- Sports Injury Rehabilitation
- Laser Therapy in Sports Training and Muscle Performance
- Pain in the Canine Athlete
- Chapter 21 Discipline-Specific Canine Sports Medicine Applications
- Types of Canine Sports
- General Principles of PBMT in Canine Sports Medicine
- Application Technique
- Dosages
- Clinical Applications
- Part VI Clinical Applications of Laser Therapy in Companion Animal Rehabilitation
- Chapter 22 Laser Therapy and Multimodal Postoperative Rehabilitation
- Why Rehabilitation?
- The Challenge and Opportunity of Rehabilitation in Veterinary Medicine
- Rehabilitation Skills
- Postoperative Rehabilitation Modalities
- Postoperative Rehabilitation Outcomes
- Why Multimodal Postoperative Rehabilitation?
- Rehabilitation Tools
- Postoperative Rehabilitation Protocols
- Prehabilitation, Primary Therapy, and Rehabilitation
- Clinical Experience
- Treatment Plans
- Postoperative Rehabilitation Fees
- The Biggest Obstacle
- Chapter 23 Laser Therapy and Injury Rehabilitation
- How and Why Does Laser Therapy Work?
- Evidence for Laser Therapy in Injury Rehabilitation
- Role of Laser Therapy in Injury Rehabilitation
- Chapter 24 Laser Therapy and Multimodal Performance Maintenance
- The Role of PBMT in the Multimodal Approach
- The Role of PBMT in Osteoarthritis.
- PBMT and the Approach to Treatment
- Maintenance in Postoperative Cases
- Osteoarthritis Treatment and Maintenance
- Performance Issues and PBMT
- Maintenance When the Pain is Gone
- Chapter 25 Laser Therapy and Geriatric Rehabilitation
- Geriatric Rehabilitation
- The Geriatric Rehabilitation Visit
- Part VII Clinical Applications of Laser Therapy in Exotic Animals
- Chapter 26 Laser Therapy for Exotic Small Mammals
- Precautions and Contraindications
- Clinical Indications
- Chapter 27 Laser Therapy for Birds
- Chapter 28 Laser Therapy for Reptiles
- Chapter 29 Laser Therapy for Aquatic Species
- Safety Concerns and General Treatment Guidelines
- Expect the Unexpected When Treating Aquatic Species
- Dosage and Frequency of Administration
- Chapter 30 Zoological Applications of Laser Therapy
- Management of Cutaneous Wounds
- Management of Neurologic Injuries
- Management of Acute and Subacute Musculoskeletal Injuries
- Laser Therapy and Dental Disease
- Laser Therapy for Chronic Musculoskeletal Injuries
- Future Role for Thermography‐Assisted Laser Therapy
- Acknowledgments
- Part VIII Clinical Applications of Laser Therapy in Equine Practice
- Chapter 31 Fundamentals of Equine Laser Therapy
- Patient Preparation
- Therapeutic Dosage Considerations
- General Treatment Techniques.
- Case Study: A Holistic Approach to the Treatment of Cunean Tendonitis/Bursitis - Distal Tarsitis Syndrome.
- Notes:
- Includes bibliographical references at the end of each chapters and index.
- Description based on print version record.
- ISBN:
- 9781119220183
- 1119220181
- 9781119220138
- 1119220130
- 9781119220190
- 111922019X
- OCLC:
- 979105394
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