http://thecliffsidegroup.com/enlightenment-blogBLOG RSSThu, 06 Jul 2023 15:20:36 GMTThu, 06 Jul 2023 15:20:36 GMThttp://thecliffsidegroup.com/enlightenment-blog/laser-therapy-for-dogsCold laser therapy is a noninvasive procedure that uses light to stimulate cell regeneration and increase blood circulation. Cold laser therapy treats deeper tissues and structures while hot laser treatments only affect superficial tissue and skin.  Hot laser treatments come with greater risk of cutting and/or burning caused by the increased intensity of laser beams. Often called low-level laser therapy, cold laser therapy or super pulsed laser therapy, by any name, is still a relatively newThu, 30 May 2019 19:33:33http://thecliffsidegroup.com/enlightenment-blog/laser-therapy-for-dogshttp://thecliffsidegroup.com/enlightenment-blog/wonderful-for-your-pet-often-shunned-by-vetsWonderful for your Pet, Often Shunned by VetsWhile many conventional veterinarians still doubt the value of super pulsed laser therapy for dogs due to a lack of scientific studies proving its benefits, more and more integrative and holistic veterinarians are happy to accept as evidence what they see every day in their practices.Despite the reluctance of conventional medicine to embrace it, super pulsed laser therapy is hardly a new science. It’s has been practiced for over fifty years.Wed, 29 May 2019 13:01:08http://thecliffsidegroup.com/enlightenment-blog/wonderful-for-your-pet-often-shunned-by-vetshttp://thecliffsidegroup.com/enlightenment-blog/my-pet-laser-for-at-home-laser-therapyMY PET LASER -- Your at HOME Laser Therapy SolutionVeterinary conditions like arthritis are common but can be difficult to manage. Pain, limping or other obvious indicators of pain are not always apparent, so it can be tough to identify cases early. Your veterinary practice has likely encountered many of these patients, and you and your staff know how frustrating it can be. Pets cannot explain exactly what hurts, but luckily, you don’t need to perform any invasive procedures to find out.Fri, 17 May 2019 16:02:15http://thecliffsidegroup.com/enlightenment-blog/my-pet-laser-for-at-home-laser-therapyhttp://thecliffsidegroup.com/enlightenment-blog/light-light-burning-brightHow much power does my PBM device really need?  Number are particularly useful to help us understand quantify.  It lets us know if we have too little (like only 2 dollars in your wallet) or too much of something (like student loan debt).   Often the first thing that define a photobiomodulation (PBM) device is the power output.  There is a very clear distinction made by sellers[i] of high-powered devices to separate them from low-level lasers and LED device.While it’s a fine line between whatMon, 06 May 2019 17:39:54http://thecliffsidegroup.com/enlightenment-blog/light-light-burning-brighthttp://thecliffsidegroup.com/enlightenment-blog/more-and-more-americans-prefer-to-treat-pain-without-drugsMore and More Americans Prefer to Treat Pain Without DrugsA new survey find that more Americans are preferring non-drug approaches to treating pain.  This may be in response to the ever-growing concerns over opioid use and abuse.  The new report, part of the Gallup-Palmer College of Chiropractic Annual Study of Americans, surveyed nearly 6,300 adults. Approximately two-thirds have experienced neck or back pain so great they sought a health care provider for relief, and 54% said they had neck orTue, 30 Apr 2019 19:35:24http://thecliffsidegroup.com/enlightenment-blog/more-and-more-americans-prefer-to-treat-pain-without-drugshttp://thecliffsidegroup.com/enlightenment-blog/clinical-pearls-reason-behind-the-unwind-therapyCLINICAL PEARLS: REASON BEHIND THE UNWIND THERAPYOften times, the initial treatment for managing general pain is provided by applying a protocol called Unwind Therapy. Utilizing the 1000 Hz Frequency setting (available on the ActiVET, the ActiVET PRO or the MyPetLaser) setting  use 1000 Hz for 5 minutes mainly to stop the pain cascade to the brain, by applying the laser along the bladder meridian prior to treating locally where the painful limb is located. The bladder line runs along the sideMon, 15 Apr 2019 16:57:04http://thecliffsidegroup.com/enlightenment-blog/clinical-pearls-reason-behind-the-unwind-therapyhttp://thecliffsidegroup.com/enlightenment-blog/what-exactly-is-a-photon-definition-properties-factsWhat exactly is a photon? Definition, properties, factsImagine a shaft of yellow sunlight beaming through a window. According to quantum physics that beam is made of zillions of tiny packets of light, called photons, streaming through the air. But what exactly is a photon?DefinitionA photon is the smallest discrete amount or quantum of electromagnetic radiation. It is the basic unit of all light. Photons are always in motion and, in a vacuum, travel at a constant speed to all observers ofWed, 10 Apr 2019 19:17:23http://thecliffsidegroup.com/enlightenment-blog/what-exactly-is-a-photon-definition-properties-factshttp://thecliffsidegroup.com/enlightenment-blog/how-photobiomodulation-fits-and-functions-in-veterinary-rehabHow Photobiomodulation (PBM) Fits and Functions in Veterinary Rehab  More commonly known as laser therapy, let's take a look at what we currently know about how it can help many of your veterinary patients.    While the terminology is often confusing, whether the term used is “cold laser”, “low-level laser therapy: or light therapy, they all refer to a new umbrella term called “photobiomodulation” or PBM.  PBM is defined as a a nonthermal process involving photophysical (and photochemicalWed, 08 May 2019 12:16:45http://thecliffsidegroup.com/enlightenment-blog/how-photobiomodulation-fits-and-functions-in-veterinary-rehabhttp://thecliffsidegroup.com/enlightenment-blog/super-pulsed-laser-therapy-super-fast-laser-for-super-fast-healingSuper Pulsed Laser Therapy: Super-Fast Laser for Super-Fast Healing    Low level laser therapy (LLLT), super pulsed laser therapy (SPLT) or photobiomodulation therapy (PBMT) is one of the most popular therapies available to treat many pet ailments, from arthritis to muscle injury to wound healing. Here is a short explanation of how it works and why it’s worth considering.Like us, our pets can suffer from inflammation, infections and arthritis. No one is immune from an accidental injury, likeWed, 08 May 2019 12:16:43http://thecliffsidegroup.com/enlightenment-blog/super-pulsed-laser-therapy-super-fast-laser-for-super-fast-healinghttp://thecliffsidegroup.com/enlightenment-blog/why-you-shouldn-t-play-with-laser-pointers-and-class-4-lasersWhy You Shouldn't Play with Laser Pointers…and Class 4 Lasers  Laser pointers are often suggested as a fun way to burn off some extra puppy energy.  The moving little red dot activates your dog’s prey drive like playing fetch.  This is fun for them, right?However, this game lacks a satisfying end.  In fetch, the dog gets the ball! (And, in so many instances, can sit down and crunch on the ball instead of ever bringing it back.)  There is never closure of the getting the red dot prey thatMon, 11 Mar 2019 16:55:31http://thecliffsidegroup.com/enlightenment-blog/why-you-shouldn-t-play-with-laser-pointers-and-class-4-lasershttp://thecliffsidegroup.com/enlightenment-blog/understanding-laserpunctureUnderstanding Laserpuncture  As technology continues to evolve and new methods of pain management are needed to replace opioid prescriptions, laser therapy crosses many different specialties and disciplines and promises to change how health care providers care for patients.  Light has a profound stimulatory effect on biological activity where it beneficially alters cell activity by reducing pain, stimulating repair and boosting energy.In addition, it has been suggested as a novel instrumentWed, 27 Feb 2019 18:11:34http://thecliffsidegroup.com/enlightenment-blog/understanding-laserpuncture