At Veterinary Medical Associates, our veterinarians offer supportive therapeutic options for dogs and cats, to help soothe inflammation, reduce pain and speed healing.

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Alternative Options for Pet Pain Relief & Healing

We offer non-surgical treatment for pets with lameness, spinal disorders, joint issues and more. In addition, we provide alternatives in pain management and supplemental therapies for healing. For these treatment options, we are excited to offer the services of Dr. J. A. Hernandez, D.C.

Dr. Hernandez is specifically trained in both cold laser therapy and the gentle veterinary orthopedic manipulation and spinal neural-integration technique. He is a board-certified chiropractic doctor, who is board-eligible in chiropractic orthopedics and chiropractic certified in spinal trauma.

Cold Laser Therapy, Modesto Veterinarians

Cold Laser Therapy

Laser, or light amplification by stimulated emission of radiation, is a beam of light in which high energies can be concentrated. Laser light has unique properties that can be used to promote pain reduction and healing.

Laser therapy involves the application of this type of light to injuries and lesions, stimulating healing and reducing pain.

Laser therapy treats a variety of conditions including:

  • Acute and chronic pain
  • Arthritis
  • Back pain
  • Ligament sprains
  • Muscle strain
  • Soft tissue injuries
  • Tendonitis

Chiropractic Care

Veterinary chiropractic care, also referred to as veterinary orthopedic manipulation (VOM), is an advanced treatment for spine and joint conditions in animals.

Incorrect alignment of the spine can lead to mobility problems, muscle spasms, swelling, and inflammation in the joints and nerves. With VOM, we identify and work to correct these spinal dysfunctions.

Our Modesto vets may recommend chiropractic care as part of your pet's treatment plan if they are displaying any of the following signs:

  • Reluctance or inability to play
  • Decreased level and ability to walk or run
  • Dragging or rubbing feet or nails while walking
  • Difficulty getting into the car or jumping onto furniture
  • Obvious pain while handling

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