Case Studies

Success stories, clinical practices, case studies and testimonials: MLS® Laser Therapy stories told through videos, photos and personal experience

From Bare Skin to a Bouncy Coat: A Case of Alopecia X

This case study describes a two-and-a-half-year-old male Pomeranian named Boghi, who was diagnosed with Alopecia X. Previous treatments with oxygen therapy and topical medications were unsuccessful. The dog was then treated with MLS® Laser Therapy using an M-VET device. The treatment led to full hair regrowth after 10 sessions. A year later, when the condition relapsed, the same treatment protocol was reinitiated, and the symptoms were completely resolved after five sessions. However, follow-up protocol was recommended to the owner to reduce the risk of symptom worsening.

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Reptilian Resilience: How Advanced Therapy Healed a Severe Burn

This case study is about a four-year-old male Morelia viridis snake with a 3×12 cm diameter severe burn on its back, located along the dorsal midline. Due to the burn on its back, it has exposed the midline muscles. The snake was treated with a single application of thrombocyte and leukocyte-rich plasma (TLRP), followed by MLS Laser Therapy. The laser therapy was used to stimulate tissue regeneration, reduce inflammation and oedema and accelerate healing. The treatment was highly successful, with the wound completely healing within four weeks after the initial operation.

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The Bite That Couldn’t Stop Her: Healing Angioedema with Laser Therapy

This case study focuses on Tuchka, a two-year-old Weimaraner, who was diagnosed with angioedema likely caused by a snake bite. During the clinical examination, Tuchka was fully conscious and had a pasty swelling in the submandibular area. Furthermore, there was a “pair” wound on the inside of her cheek. Blood tests showed symptoms of hepatic distress, leukocytosis, haemoconcentration and impaired coagulation capacity. Her condition worsened, leading to breathing and swallowing difficulties. She was treated with adrenaline, oedema-reducing taping, and MLS Laser Therapy. Tuchka showed immediate improvements after the first laser session and was discharged after the third, with her symptoms fully resolved.

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The Shaking Stops: How a Maltese Dog Beat a Neurological Syndrome

This case study focuses on a one-year-old female Maltese dog named Milky, who was diagnosed with Idiopathic Head Tremor Syndrome. After an initial unsuccessful treatment with prednisone, the dog was treated with a combination of supplements, stress reduction through socialization, and MLS Laser Therapy. The laser therapy was applied to the temporal, cervical, thoracic, and lumbosacral spine regions. The treatment was highly The treatment was effective, resulting in a significant reduction of tremors after the second session and complete resolution of symptoms after twelve sessions.

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From Sore Soles to Happy Hops: How Laser Therapy Healed a Rabbit

Teddy, a three-year-old male Lop rabbit, was diagnosed with pododermatitis. The rabbit had redness and scabbed lesions on the soles of its lower limbs. Previous treatments with topical disinfection, enrofloxacin, and meloxicam had been unsuccessful. The rabbit was then treated with MLS Laser Therapy as a monotherapy. The treatment, administered over four weeks, showed progressive improvements and resulted in a full recovery of all clinical signs.

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Tyson’s Triumphant Recovery: A Canine Case of Oral Wound Healing

This case study is about Tyson, a two-year-old Cane Corso, who was brought to a clinic with symptoms of a mouth infection, including drooling and foul breath. The diagnosis revealed a 2×0.5 cm wood fragment embedded in his gum, causing severe inflammation and necrosis. The treatment involved removing the foreign body, debridement, and disinfection, combined with antibiotics and MLS Laser Therapy. The laser therapy, which was administered both externally and intra-orally, led to a quick resolution of pain and complete healing within three weeks.

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From Injury to Agility: Fulmine’s Story of Tendon Healing

This clinical case study focuses on an 11-year-old Sella Italiano horse named Fulmine, which was diagnosed with a superficial flexor tendon injury in its right forelimb. The diagnosis was supported by a physical examination that revealed lameness, oedema, heat, and pain, as well as an ultrasound examination that showed hypoechoic areas, oedema, and a loss of parallelism in the tendon fibers. The treatment protocol involved MLS® Laser Therapy using an M-VET device and a short course of systemic NSAIDs. After 60 days of treatment, a follow-up ultrasound confirmed a significant improvement, with the tendon’s fibers becoming compact and homogeneous and its overall structure returning to normal.

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A Purrfect Solution: How Laser Therapy Fixed a Painful Feline Condition

This case study is about Diesel, a 10-year-old European cat with a chronic case of gingivostomatitis, a painful inflammation of the gums and mouth. The condition was so severe that the cat had trouble eating wet food and was drooling. Despite previous treatments, the gingivostomatitis had not responded to medication. The veterinarians decided to treat the cat with MLS Laser Therapy. The treatment was administered frequently at first and then gradually tapered off. Within just the first week of treatment, Diesel’s pain was significantly reduced, and the inflammation began to improve. The case study demonstrates the effectiveness of laser therapy as a treatment for this painful and persistent condition in cats.

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Rapid Relief: Era the Frenchie Healed with MLS® Laser Therapy

This case study focuses on a 5-year-old female French Bulldog named Era, who was suffering from external otitis, an inflammation of the ear canal. The dog’s symptoms included redness, crusting, and sores on her right ear, along with frequent head shaking and scratching. The case highlights a treatment plan that used only MLS® Laser Therapy. The therapy sessions were scheduled over 12 days, and the owner noticed a reduction in itching after the very first session. Although there was a brief period during which the redness worsened, the dog showed significant improvement after the third treatment, with all symptoms resolving completely within 12 days. The study concludes by demonstrating the successful use of laser therapy as a standalone treatment for Era’s condition.

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Healing with Light: How Laser Therapy Helped a Dog Walk Again

Yan Dian Dian, a 14-year-old male Maltese dog, was suffering from atopic dermatitis, keratoconjunctivitis sicca and cognitive dysfunction. The treatment initially involved daily laser puncture and therapy for two weeks, after which the dog’s pain began to decrease. The case study notes that the dog responded better to the laser puncture than to the other treatments. Over the next two months, the sessions were reduced, with the dog receiving only a laser puncture every 2–3 weeks for maintenance. The case highlights how MLS Laser Puncture was effective in managing the dog’s chronic neck pain.

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