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Agility, flyball, dock diving, frisbee, field trials—the list goes on. Our four-legged athletes are pushed to their physical limits, requiring bursts of speed, precise movements, and incredible endurance. While exhilarating, this high-impact activity inevitably takes a toll on a dog’s body, leading to a risk of strains, sprains, joint inflammation, and soft tissue injuries. To…
Otitis externa—the inflamed, gunky outer-ear infection that keeps dogs (and their people) up at night—is stubborn. Drops work, but only if you can get them past a flinching, head-shaking pup. Photobiomodulation (PBM)—aka red-light therapy—offers drug-free back-up that tamps down pain and swelling so medications (and sleep) can finally do their job. Why Light Beats the…
Why Frequency Wins: The Case for At-Home Red Light Therapy Over Once-a-Week Vet Visits Written By: Alon LandaReviewed: April 2026Updated: April 2026 “Rose had been getting in-office deep laser treatments. The treatments were wonderful, but wore off pretty quickly. Thanks to the Luma, she gets more frequent treatments in more areas than ever before. She…
TL;DR: More light isn’t always better. Less light isn’t always enough. In red light therapy—officially known as photobiomodulation (PBM)—the “just right” dose is a goldilocks zone that depends on your target tissue, treatment goals, and even the device you’re using. And yes, research backs this up. Let’s break it down and (as always) prove it….
Relief Without the Waitlist What Causes Sudden Hind Leg Weakness in Dogs and How to Help 👉 Worried about your dog’s back legs? Start here Get a fast read on what may be going on and whether red light therapy could help Sudden hind leg weakness in dogs can be alarming. Common causes include orthopedic…
Relief Without the Waitlist Cold Laser Therapy for Dogs: Pain Relief and Healing 👉 Help your dog feel better today Get a quick read on whether red light therapy is a fit for your dog Reviewed: March 2026Updated: March 2026 Cold laser therapy for dogs is a non-invasive way to reduce pain and promote healing….
The Bright Side of Light: Eye Safety, Collimated Light, and Ocular Benefits of Light Therapy Eye Safety, Collimated Light, and Ocular Benefits of Light Therapy Lucy Light powers life. In the right wavelength and dose, red light therapy is generally safe for the eyes when used correctly—even near the face—and that safety question matters because…
Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) is one of the most common, frustrating, and heartbreaking conditions affecting our pets, especially senior cats and dogs. The kidneys slowly lose function over time, leading to toxin buildup, appetite loss, dehydration, weakness, and ultimately, a diminished quality of life. Traditional treatments—special diets, fluids, medications—help slow the disease but can’t reverse…
One of the most common questions we get at MedcoVet is whether treatment should be changed if we are treating through fur. What happens with dark fur? What about a really heavy coat? Our research shows that fur definitely has a huge impact on light, but that the Luma has special features that…
Fur… It’s one of the defining traits of our furry friends, but when it comes to light therapy, it’s a bit of a challenge. In fact, studies show that around 98% of light from a therapy device is absorbed or reflected by just 2 mm of hair — and even once light reaches bare skin,…
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