AARV Board Raises Concern About Inappropriate Use of
Therapeutic Lasers (4/15/11)
The Board of Directors of the American Association of
Rehabilitation Veterinarians has publicized its concern about the increased use
of therapeutic lasers by untrained veterinarians and lay personnel. A letter to
the editor signed by AARV board members appears in the April 15, 2011 issue of
the Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association.
In the letter, the AARV board stated that laser
therapy is an important tool for veterinary rehabilitation, but expressed
concern that inappropriate use of therapeutic lasers could lead to harmful
results, even skin burns. The board added that inappropriate use also may
damage clients' and fellow professionals' perceptions of the value of laser therapy.
Veterinarians who are members of the AVMA can read the
entire letter in the April 15, 2011 edition of JAVMA, or online at:
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