Pain Control
Pain control medication is administered to each pet prior to any surgical procedure, or as required with hospitalized patients. It has been demonstrated that pain is most effectively controlled by being prevented, or minimized, prior to being experienced. Injectable pain control medication continues to be administered following surgery. Furthermore, each pet is discharged with 3-5 days of pain control medication to make certain they remain comfortable, and to enhance healing and recovery.
Laser surgery and pain control
When a surgical procedure is involved, laser surgery utilizes an intense beam of light which acts to seal nerve endings and cauterize small blood vessels as it cuts . By sealing nerve endings, the transmission of pain signals to the brain is altered. Since the laser also cauterizes, small blood vessels are sealed to stop bleeding
Carling Animal Hospital began offering laser surgery for pets in October, 2001. Whether it be a spay, neuter, declaw, growth or wart removal, exploratory or orthopedic procedure (cruciate ligament, etc.), the benefits of Laser Surgery apply.