Vetmedix Case Sharing | Application Case of class 4 laser therapy in Treating Forelimb Fracture

Introduction
Forelimb fractures can cause immediate lameness, severe pain with crying, rapid swelling, and avoidance upon the slightest touch. If left untreated, misalignment of the fracture ends can damage nerves and blood vessels, leading to nonunion, malunion, or permanent lameness. Traditional treatments primarily involve surgical reduction and fixation with pins/plates, which are highly invasive, require long recovery periods, and may be limited in cases of osteoporosis, infection, or soft tissue defects. class 4 laser therapy is currently the most advanced non-invasive physical rehabilitation method, offering rapid results without side effects. It has been widely applied in veterinary orthopedics in recent years—by delivering high-energy density laser irradiation, it instantly enhances osteoblast activity, inhibits inflammatory factors, and accelerates simultaneous healing of bone callus and soft tissues, significantly shortening the recovery period.
This report fully documents the clinical application of the Vetmedix veterinary laser device in treating a dog’s forelimb fracture, demonstrating how high-energy laser therapy helps furry friends regain the strength to run.

01 Case Presentation

Breed: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Acute/Chronic: Acute
Medical History: None
Chief Complaint: Forelimb fracture

02 Diagnosis

Postoperative DR Lateral View

03 Vetmedix High-Energy Laser Treatment Plan
Treatment Date: June 20, 2025 – June 25, 2025
Treatment Course: One laser therapy session daily; custom mode for the first three days, protocol mode for the next three days
Treatment Plan:
Custom Mode: Power 30W – Frequency 1kHz – Duty Cycle 10% – Treatment Time 3min
Protocol Mode: Acute – Canine – Skin
Treatment Technique: Use the standard treatment head, moving in circular motions over the affected area

Vetmedix class 4 laser therapy in Progress

04 Treatment Results

After the 4th Vetmedix High-Energy Laser Therapy Session

1st Therapy Session-3rd Therapy Session-5th Therapy Session-Suture Removal

05 Case Summary
Short-Term Recovery:
The veterinary team at Hefei Aita Pet Hospital immediately developed a class 4 laser therapy rehabilitation plan for the pet upon diagnosing its forelimb fracture. After six precise class 4 laser therapy sessions, the swelling on the inner and outer sides of the forelimb significantly subsided, pain response upon touch greatly reduced, and mobility of the fracture site gradually improved. On the sixth day of treatment, the pet met all discharge criteria and was sent home with medication for consolidation therapy as per the veterinarian’s instructions. During suture removal, the wound was found to be healing smoothly without redness or swelling, with no signs of infection or poor healing.

Long-Term Follow-Up:
Upon reexamination, the pet’s bone density and joint mobility were normal, with no lameness or secondary fractures, achieving an ideal healing state. The owner reported that the pet was “more lively than before the injury” and expressed great satisfaction with the treatment outcome.

Conclusion
This case strongly demonstrates the significant effectiveness of Vetmedix small animal high-energy laser rehabilitation therapy in treating canine forelimb fractures. class 4 laser therapy utilizes photobiomodulation (PBM) to provide non-invasive treatment for small animals. By improving local blood circulation in the affected area, rapidly reducing inflammation and pain, and accelerating the repair of epithelial and granulation tissues, it significantly shortens the wound healing period and avoids the long-term use of high-dose antibiotics and analgesics along with their side effects.

06 Hospital Introduction

Hefei Aita Pet Hospital, led by Dr. Xu Xiong, was established in 2010 and is located in Yunbin Garden, North Yihuan, Luyang District, Hefei. It is positioned as a comprehensive pet hospital integrating medical care, boarding, and retail. For over a decade, the hospital has adhered to the principles of “prioritizing public welfare and focusing on technology.” It is equipped with CT, nucleic acid testing, X-ray machines, biochemical analyzers, laser therapy devices, and other equipment, specializing in internal medicine, surgery, orthopedics, oncology, and geriatric diseases for dogs and cats. Simultaneously, the hospital actively undertakes social responsibilities by long-term providing “low-cost or free” green treatment channels for stray animals, rescuing over 1,000 cases annually. In collaboration with Aunt Wei’s Rescue Station, routine surgeries such as sterilization and deworming cost as low as RMB 200 per case. The hospital has successfully treated cats with cleft lip and palate and abused dogs, later sending them back to the rescue station for long-term care. It has also partnered with the Blue Sky Rescue Team to participate in rescuing cats from deep wells and treating cats with stomatitis. Known for its professional veterinarians, transparent pricing, and efficient and safe sterilization surgeries, the hospital is praised by many clients as “the last paradise for dog owners in Hefei.” In the future, Aita will deepen its expertise in exotic pet diagnosis and treatment and traditional Chinese medicine rehabilitation, actively promote theof animal medical technology, safeguard lives with technology, and warm every furry child with love.

Address: Rooms 109-110, Building 4, Yunbin Garden, North Yihuan, Luyang District, Hefei
Phone: 18297953437 (Dr. Xu Xiong)