Integrative & Rehabilitation Therapies
Parkton

Advanced Therapies to Support Healing, Comfort & Mobility

At North Star Veterinary Hospital, we believe every patient deserves a personalized approach to care. Our integrative therapies combine modern veterinary medicine with advanced treatment options designed to support healing, manage discomfort, and improve quality of life.

Whether your pet is recovering from surgery, managing arthritis, healing from an injury, or simply needs support with mobility and comfort, our team will work with you to create a treatment plan tailored to their individual needs.

Physical Rehabilitation

Helping Pets Regain Strength, Mobility & Confidence

Physical therapy can play an important role in helping pets recover after injury, surgery, or illness. Our veterinarians and technicians work closely with each patient to develop exercises designed around their specific goals and abilities.

Rehabilitation exercises may help improve:

• Strength and endurance
• Range of motion
• Balance and coordination
• Proprioception (body awareness)
• Mobility and comfort
• Circulation and healing

Physical therapy is often used alongside other integrative treatments, including chiropractic care, acupuncture, and laser therapy, to provide comprehensive support throughout the recovery process.

Laser Therapy

Non-Invasive Pain Relief & Healing Support

North Star Veterinary Hospital uses Companion Laser Therapy as a safe, drug-free treatment option to help reduce pain, decrease inflammation, and support faster healing. Also known as photobiomodulation, laser therapy uses targeted light energy to stimulate cellular activity and encourage the body’s natural repair processes.

Laser therapy may benefit pets experiencing:

• Arthritis and joint discomfort
• Post-surgical pain and inflammation
• Wounds and injuries
• Ear infections
• Bladder inflammation
• Dental discomfort
• Hot spots and skin conditions
• IVDD-related pain
• Soft tissue injuries
• And more

Each treatment is customized based on your pet’s condition, size, and individual needs.

Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy

Harnessing Your Pet’s Natural Healing Ability

Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy is an advanced regenerative treatment that uses your pet’s own blood to support healing. Platelets contain naturally occurring growth factors that help stimulate tissue repair, reduce inflammation, and encourage recovery.

PRP therapy may be beneficial for:

• Osteoarthritis
• Tendon and ligament injuries
• Muscle strains
• Joint inflammation
• Post-surgical healing
• Wounds and soft tissue injuries
• Certain eye conditions

The process is minimally invasive and uses only your pet’s own biological materials. A small blood sample is collected, processed to concentrate the platelets, and then applied to the area needing support.

Our team will evaluate your pet’s condition and determine whether PRP therapy may be a beneficial addition to their treatment plan.

Chinese Herbal Support

Natural Support as Part of a Personalized Care Plan

Chinese herbal supplementation can be used alongside acupuncture and chiropractic care to provide additional support for certain health concerns. These natural therapies may help support the body’s normal functions while complementing traditional veterinary treatments.

Herbal support may be considered for pets experiencing concerns such as:

• Arthritis and mobility changes
• Skin conditions
• Digestive concerns
• Anxiety and stress
• Kidney support
• Urinary concerns
• Respiratory conditions
• Wound healing
• Immune support
• And more

Our veterinarians will work with you to determine whether herbal supplementation is appropriate for your pet’s specific needs and overall health plan.