SportHorses.vet is an independent equine veterinary service based in Bocholt (3950), Belgium.
Specialized in equine orthopedics, sport horse medicine and performance-oriented veterinary care across Europe.
Laser Therapy for Sport Horses – Advanced Rehabilitation in Belgium
Laser therapy is a highly effective, non-invasive modality widely used in the rehabilitation of musculoskeletal injuries in sport horses. As part of our equine orthopedic service in Belgium, we apply high-power therapeutic lasers to accelerate healing, reduce inflammation, and improve recovery in horses competing across Europe.
Through the application of specific wavelengths of light, laser therapy stimulates cellular activity, enhances tissue regeneration, improves microcirculation, and provides analgesic effects, reducing pain associated with orthopedic injuries.
How Laser Therapy Helps Sport Horses Recover Faster
Laser therapy promotes:
- Stimulation of cellular metabolism (photobiomodulation)
- Regeneration of tendinous, ligamentous and muscular tissue
- Reduction of inflammation and edema
- Pain relief (analgesic effect)
- Improved local blood flow, enhancing oxygen and nutrient delivery to injured tissues
- Faster functional recovery, allowing an earlier and safer return to training
Injuries Commonly Treated With Laser Therapy
Laser therapy is particularly effective in:
- Tendon injuries (tendonitis, fiber tears)
- Ligament injuries (suspensory ligament, collateral ligaments)
- Joint injuries, including early osteoarthritis
- Muscle strains, myopathies and soft-tissue injuries
Because these injuries significantly affect performance, laser therapy is frequently integrated into the rehabilitation of high-performance sport horses.
Part of a Comprehensive Rehabilitation Plan
Laser therapy is painless, non-invasive and completely compatible with other treatments such as:
- Shockwave therapy
- PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma)
- Physiotherapy and controlled exercise programs
- Ultrasound-guided regenerative therapies
- Manual therapy and stretching protocols
As an equine orthopedic veterinarian (PhD), I design individualized rehabilitation plans combining multiple validated modalities to ensure the best functional outcome for each horse.