On July 15th 2011 Lefty, a 8 weeks old mixed was presented to Sylvan Veterinary Hospital because he was attacked by a bigger dog, biting off his 5th digit of his front paw. OUCH!!
Lefty was given some medication for pain and the wound was cleaned immediately. An X-ray showed that his was had been chewed off at the second phalanx.
Due to the extensive tissue damage and contamination surgical repair was delayed until infection was controlled. After flushing and cleaning the wound thoroughly, Sugar was applied to the wound and paw bandaged to kill infection and reduce tissue swelling. He was also started on a Class IV laser therapy program to speed healing and help control pain from his injury.
We knew was going to be a long recovery period, lots of care and patient but Lefty’s owners Geri, had a strong commitment with her pet.
Bandages were changed every other day, initially and LASER therapy was started on the third day, continuing every other day for a total of six treatments.
Lefty’s attitude improved every day as we as his wound; less pain, inflammation and more healing.
After 8 days the improvement was noticeable;
Two weeks later the wound was 90% healed.
After 4 weeks, Lefty’s wound had healed remarkably without surgery. He was pain free and well equipped to continue through his playful puppyhood.
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