Introduction to Laser Therapy for the Veterinary Technician, Veterinary Assistant, & Veterinary Nurse

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This course will allow these colleagues to gain an understanding of not only the science and research supporting this modality but also application techniques and actual cases which supply the foundation allowing extrapolation to each individual practice environment.

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The use of therapeutic lasers within the veterinary profession has multiplied exponentially in the last few years. Unfortunately, they are not being utilized to their potential. This is due to a lack of understanding of how photobiomobulation works, what occurs within the tissue to which it is applied, proper application techniques and how versatile this therapy can be to each practice.

In most practices, it is the veterinary technician, assistant or nurse who endures the everyday task of applying laser therapy. This course will allow these colleagues to gain an understanding of not only the science and research supporting this modality but also application techniques and actual cases which supply the foundation allowing extrapolation to each individual practice environment.

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Course Length	4 hours
Learning Objectives	Participants will leave with: An understanding of laser therapy and the science behind laser therapy An understanding of how the light from the therapy laser interacts with tissues An understanding of what happens when light is absorbed by a cell (mechanism of action at the cellular level) An understanding of the current state of the research supporting the modality An understanding of the fundamental application techniques and positioning An understanding of acute, chronic, and uncommon clinical cases so you know the versatility of the modality and the expected clinical results A few practice management tips to allow you to help incorporate laser therapy into the practice Fundamental laser safety
Additional Recommended Courses	none
Agenda	The Science Behind Laser Therapy Unit 01: Properties of Laser Light Unit 01: Quiz Unit 02: Laser Parameters Unit 02: Quiz Laser Tissue Interaction Unit 03: Analgesia Unit 03: Quiz Unit 04: Inflammation Reduction & Accelerated Tissue Repair Unit 04: Quiz Current Status of the Research Unit 05: Current Status of the Research Therapeutic Application Techniques Unit 06: Therapeutic Application Techniques Unit 06: Quiz Unit 07: Application Techniques - Part 1 (Maria Cecere) Unit 08: Application Techniques - Part 2 (Maria Cecere) Clinical Applications: Acute, Chronic, and Uncommon Clinical Applications Unit 09: Acute - Post Surgical Applications & Fractures Unit 09: Quiz Unit 10: Acute - Wound Healing & Other Applications Unit 10: Quiz Unit 11: Chronic Conditions Unit 11: Quiz Course Evaluation Certificate of Completion
Certifications	This program has been approved for 4.0 hours of continuing education credit in jurisdictions which recognize AAVSB RACE approval; however participants should be aware that some boards have limitations on the number of hours accepted in certain categories and/or restrictions on certain methods of delivery of continuing education. Call AIMLA (937-642-9813) for further information. AAVSB RACE Program Number: 554-44074 CE Broker Tracking Number: 20-757423
Platform	Eligible, Online